Anterior vertebral body tethering, often abbreviated AVBT, is a relatively new surgery for treating scoliosis in pediatric patients. Left untreated, severe scoliosis can worsen over time and eventually affect a person's lungs and heart.
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Anterior vertebral body tethering (AVBT) is a relatively new surgery for the treatment of scoliosis in pediatric patients.
Treats: Scoliosis, Lead: treats Scoliosis
Anterior vertebral body tethering (AVBT) is a relatively new surgery for the treatment of scoliosis in pediatric patients.
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