Surgical correction of scoliosis and spinal stabilization are considered cosmetic procedures that do not improve function or longevity for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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Spinal surgery (Luque, 1982) delays the decline in pulmonary function (Galasko, Delaney, & Morris, 1992, Eagle et al., 2007), improves sitting comfort, and allows continued use of the upper extremities for functional activities (Miller, Moseley, & Koreska, 1992).

Surgical Correction of Scoliosis and Spinal Stabilization Are Considered Cosmetic