Table 3.
HRQoL among adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis by severity of disease
| Variable | Mild (n = 52) | Moderate (n = 46) | Severe (n = 12) | p |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median (IQRa) | ||||
| HRQoL (SRS-22r) | 4.30 (1.36) | 4.20 (1.45) | 4.07 (2.05) | 0.137 |
| Function/activity | 5.00 (1.40) | 4.80 (1.60) | 4.50 (1.80) | 0.053 |
| Pain | 4.60 (1.80) | 4.60 (2.00) | 5.00 (2.20) | 0.692 |
| Self-image/appearance | 3.80 (2.20) | 3.80 (3.00) | 3.00 (2.80) | 0.031 |
| Mental health | 4.20 (2.40) | 4.00 (2.00) | 4.10 (2.80) | 0.414 |
| Management satisfaction | 4.00 (2.00) | 4.00 (2.00) | 4.00 (2.00) | 0.782 |
aIQR: Inter-quartile range