What Is the Preferred Method of Quantifying the Degree of Scoliosis

question 1

Multiple Choice

What is the preferred method of quantifying the degree of scoliosis?

• A) The Cobb method
• B) The Eisenstein method
• C) The Risser-Ferguson method
• D) The Meyerding method

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Definitions:

Reductive Amination

A reaction that involves the conversion of a carbonyl group to an amine via the addition of a nitrogen source and a reducing agent.

L-Proline

An essential amino acid that is important for the synthesis of proteins, playing a crucial role in maintaining muscle and connective tissue health.

Benzyl Ester

An ester compound where the alcohol part of the ester is derived from benzyl alcohol, often used in organic synthesis as protective groups or intermediates.

Protecting Group

A temporary functional group added to a molecule to protect a reactive site from undesirable reactions during synthesis.