Pain Is the Greatest Preoperative Concern for Patients and Parents Prior to Posterior Spinal Fusion for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Purpose: Despite much research on outcomes for posterior spinal fusion (PSF) in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS), there is little available about preoperative fears or concerns. Our purpose was to evaluate these concerns so they can be addressed with appropriate preoperative counseling. Methods: In this prospective study, AIS patients undergoing PSF were asked to complete a survey on their fears and concerns about surgery at their preoperative appointment. Patients, parents and …