Kyphoscoliosis Risk Factors and Symptoms
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What is a significant factor in determining the prognosis for kyphoscoliosis?

  • Location of the curvature in the spine
  • Age of onset of symptoms
  • Patient's occupation
  • Severity of the curvature (correct)

    • What is a common symptom of kyphoscoliosis?

  • Limited mobility or difficulty standing upright (correct)
  • Numbness in the extremities
  • Sudden weight loss
  • Frequent headaches

    • Which of the following is a risk factor for kyphoscoliosis?

  • Male gender
  • Female gender (correct)
  • Smoking
  • Obesity

    • What is used to quantify the severity of scoliosis?

    <p>Cobb angle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible complication of severe kyphoscoliosis if left untreated?

    <p>Neurological issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to confirm the diagnosis of kyphoscoliosis?

    <p>Imaging tests like X-rays, CT scans, or MRI scans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likelihood of a person having a severe spinal deformity due to kyphoscoliosis?

    <p>1 in 10,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can worsen the curve of kyphoscoliosis and affect spine strength?

    <p>Fractures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible result of post-polio syndrome?

    <p>Kyphoscoliosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common complication of kyphoscoliosis in the lungs?

    <p>Atelectasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of people in the United States are affected by kyphoscoliosis?

    <p>1% to 2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical age group that is likely to develop kyphoscoliosis due to degenerative diseases?

    <p>50 years of age and older</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is NOT a cause of kyphoscoliosis?

    <p>Asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of idiopathic kyphoscoliosis cases?

    <p>80-85%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the curvature of the spine in kyphoscoliosis?

    <p>S or C shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor believed to contribute to idiopathic kyphoscoliosis?

    <p>Genetic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a neuromuscular disorder that can lead to kyphoscoliosis?

    <p>Cerebral palsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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