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Table 2 Study variables on which the highest degree of consensus was reached (%) in pediatric spine surgeons

From: When and how to discontinue bracing treatment in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: results of a survey

Gradual weaning from the brace

98.2%

AP/L radiographs + physical exam

93.9%

Risser ≥ IV

93.3%

Risser + menarche

87.5%

Use of the brace > 20 h/day

68.7%

Regardless of Tanner stage

63.6%

Weaning (x hours for x time)

54.1%

Brace discontinuation according to menarche > 24 months

48.8%