Publication Name	World Journal of Clinical Cases
Manuscript ID	118765
Country	United Kingdom

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Minireviews
Article Title	Long-term outcomes of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: Natural history of untreated, braced, surgically treated patients in adult life
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Anil Kumar, Kaustubh Ahuja and Athanasios I Tsirikos
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Corresponding Author	Athanasios I Tsirikos, MD, PhD, Scottish National Spine Deformity Centre, Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Sciennes Road, Edinburgh EH91LF, United Kingdom. atsirikos@hotmail.com
Key Words	Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis; Long-term outcomes; Bracing; Spinal fusion; Natural history; Patient-reported outcomes; Quality of life
Core Tip	Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is a heterogeneous condition with outcomes extending into adult life. This review synthesizes four decades of evidence on untreated, braced, and surgically treated adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Curves < 50° generally follow a benign adult course, whereas progressive deformity may impair self-image and function. Timely bracing and appropriately indicated surgery provide favorable long-term functional and psychosocial outcomes, highlighting the importance of individualized care and shared decision-making.
Citation	Kumar A, Ahuja K, Tsirikos AI. Long-term outcomes of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: Natural history of untreated, braced, surgically treated patients in adult life. World J Clin Cases 2026; In press

Received	2026-01-12 03:07
Peer-Review Started	2026-01-12 03:07
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-02-06 10:08
Return for Revision	2026-02-06 10:08
Revised	2026-02-13 17:49
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Second Decision by Editor	2026-03-30 02:34
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-30 09:27
Articles in Press	2026-03-30 09:27
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