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Point of Care Spirometry - A prospective comparison vs. laboratory spirometry for children with early onset scoliosis

To determine the feasibility and reliability of Point of Care spirometry testing in a pediatric spinal deformity clinic relative to standard formal pulmonary function laboratory spirometry for the patients with Early Onset Scoliosis.


Why this Research Matters

Involves performing spirometry in the clinic and laboratory for a minimum 3 acceptable trials on same day. The order of POC and laboratory spirometry testing will be randomized for each study patient.


Who can Participate

Child and Teen

- Currently being treated for Early Onset Scoliosis at Children's Hospital Colorado - At least 5 years of age that have had a least one previous interpretable spirometry test


Study ID

Protocol Number: 23-2572

Meet the Team

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Klane White, MD, MSc

Principal Investigator