Module 5: Paediatric Deformity

This Module deals with paediatric and adolescent deformities of the spine, their etiology, pathomorphology, imaging and clinical presentation, and classification.

It takes 2-3 months to complete with a study commitment of 7-9 hours per week.

You can work towards the Diploma in Spine Surgery in instalments by enrolling on and completing each Module and the Surgical Strategy Assessment.

CME Credits: Up to 69 CME Credits available

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases

Tuition language: English

Course Structure: The online lecture is in video format with English transcription, with pre- and post- learning assessment and additional learning materials.

Study Commitment: 7-9 hours study per week

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Editor: Prof Marco Brayda-Bruno

Pricing & Enrolment

Select a package below to enrol and to see what’s included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately. 

Module 5 - Essential Package

Enrolment Fee: €449

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The Essential Package of Module 5 includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference Material Abstracts
  • 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

It does not include:

  • Downloadable Reference Material

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Module 5 - Deluxe Package

Enrolment Fee: €549

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The Deluxe Package of Module 5 Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference list and Abstracts
  • Downloadable Reference Material
  • 69 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Modules of the Diploma in Spine Surgery

This is one of nine Modules in the full Diploma in Spine Surgery. You can enrol on them individually to study specific topics in-depth, or to work towards the Diploma certification Module-by-Module.

What you will cover in this Module

This Module deals with the paediatric and adolescent deformities of the spine, their etiology, pathomorphology, imaging, clinical presentation and classification. For better understanding, there is a focus on the growing spine at the beginning. Included is a presentation on spinal cord anomalies which play an important role in the context of congenital scoliosis.

Following on from the biomechanics of a deformed spine, there is a focus on treatment modalities, spanning cast treatment, brace treatment and the surgical treatment of the different pathologies. The different techniques and concepts of surgical treatment of paediatric and adolescent scoliosis, including modern navigation technology, are all described and discussed in the context of their appropriate indications. The practical preoperative preparation of the patient in the operating room is appropriately considered.

Learning Objectives

  1. Understand etiopathogenesis and natural history of paediatric and adolescent deformities of any etiology.
  2. Be updated on spinal cord anomalies and congenital deformities in paediatric patients.
  3. Learn about specific imaging and biomechanics of spinal deformities.
  4. Understand indications and principles of conservative treatment in paediatric spinal deformities.
  5. Learn principles for surgical treatment and describe the different surgical approaches and strategy to correct paediatric deformities

Lectures in this Module

You can browse the individual Lecture in this Module below, or download a PDF of our Diploma Lecture List.

Testimonials of our Module 5 Lectures

"Great evolution in spine surgery. Great surgeon and teacher."

Lecture 5.1 – Evolution of the 3D understanding for spinal deformities & scoliosis

"Very good, very interesting, well explained"

Lecture 5.4 – Idiopathic scoliosis and its natural history

"Very comprehensive, informative and highly technical lecture."

Lecture 5.23 – Iliac-sacral fixation options

"Very clear, very well explained. Thank you very much! Really good."

Lecture 5.5 – Early Onset Scoliosis specificity of treatment

"Inspirational and captivating lecture"

Lecture 5.1 – Evolution of the 3D understanding for spinal deformities & scoliosis

"Hard topic. Very good summary, good explanation"

Lecture 5.4 – Idiopathic scoliosis and its natural history

"Tough topic but expertly dealt with"

Lecture 5.7 – Congenital deformities

Module Editor

Marco Brayda-Bruno, MD
Head of Chirurgia Vertebrale III (Scoliosis), IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
Professor of Spine Surgery, University of Milan Bicocca
Advisory Board, European Spine Journal

eccElearning Participation
Editor
Module 5 Deformity and Malformation in Children and Adolescents

Author
Etiopathogenesis of Spinal Deformities in growing spine: Scoliosis and Sagittal Deformities
Role of cast treatment and HALO traction

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Module 5: Deformity of the Paediatric and Growing Spines

Pricing & Enrolment

Select a package below to enrol and to see what’s included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately. 

Module 5 - Essential Package

Enrolment Fee: €449

Pay & Enrol

More information

The Essential Package of Module 5 includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference Material Abstracts
  • 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

It does not include:

  • Downloadable Reference Material

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Module 5 - Deluxe Package

Enrolment Fee: €549

Pay & Enrol

More information

The Deluxe Package of Module 5 Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference list and Abstracts
  • Downloadable Reference Material
  • 63 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Modules of the Diploma in Spine Surgery

This is one of nine Modules in the full Diploma in Spine Surgery. You can enrol on them individually to study specific topics in-depth, or to work towards the Diploma certification Module-by-Module.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is an eccElearning Module?

A: eccElearning Modules are in-depth surgical education courses focused on a specific area of expertise - for example, Spine Trauma or Spine Tumours. They contain 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures and all materials associated with them, including narrated Lecture presentations, assessments, downloadable references (Deluxe Package only), CME Credits and the Certificate Examination. You can work towards the full Spine Surgery Diploma by completing all the relevant Modules.

Q: What does a Module include?

A: Modules are made up of 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures relevant to the Module area. This means you get all online Lecture Presentations, downloadable references (Deluxe Packages only), pre- and post- learning assessments, CME Credits and the Module Examination. You will have access to all these materials for 3 months - if you buy subsequent Modules, access will extend up to a maximum of 24 Months.

Q: Who recognises the eccElearning courses?

A: All eccElearning Lectures are CME accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME), of the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes (UEMS). EACCME credits can be converted into an equivalent number of American Medical Association PRA Category 1 Credits, so you can be sure the qualification is recognised internationally. eccElearning is also endorsed by the European Spine Journal.

Q: Is there a final exam?

A: All our Modules have a final 1-hour Multiple-Choice Question Examination. The Examination is only able to be taken once all the Lecture Assessments for that Module have been completed successfully.

Q: Is there a time limit for completing a Module?

A: Yes, you have a study period of 3 Months, though typical completion time is 2 Months. If you buy subsequent Modules within this time, your access will be extended by a further 3 Months per Module, up to a maximum of 24 Months.

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A: Extensions are possible in justifiable circumstances. Contact us via our feedback/enquiry form to discuss your case.

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A: Yes. A free trial Lecture is available for you to review. Just register at www.eccelearning.com and navigate to Your Free Demo Lecture. 

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