MAGEC rod

The MAGEC rod is a growth-friendly treatment option for selected children with early-onset scoliosis. Implanted surgically and lengthened non-invasively using an external magnetic controller, it is designed to control progressive deformity while accommodating continued growth. Because this technology requires strict patient selection, close follow-up, and awareness of device-specific safety guidance, it should be managed by an experienced specialist spine team

Who is MAGEC intended for?

MAGEC is intended for skeletally immature children, particularly those with early-onset scoliosis who still have significant spinal and thoracic growth remaining.

Why growth-friendly treatment matters in early-onset scoliosis

In young children, severe scoliosis is not only a deformity problem. If the spine and thorax do not grow properly, the chest may not support normal lung development and breathing. This is why early-onset scoliosis treatment often tries to control the curve while allowing continued growth, rather than immediately performing a long definitive fusion.

How the MAGEC rod works

The rod is implanted and anchored to the spine. After implantation, an external magnet is used during outpatient visits to gradually distract the rod in line with the child’s growth.

Safety and outcomes

Slow or control progression of scoliosis
Maintain or improve spinal alignment during growth
Support continued thoracic and spinal development
Reduce the need for repeated open lengthening surgeries under general anaesthesia compared with traditional growing rods.

Benefits of MAGEC

Potential benefits include:

fewer repeated open lengthening operations
fewer repeated general anaesthetics compared with traditional growing rods
outpatient distraction visits
ongoing control of deformity while preserving growth potential

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