Transfusion Requirements During Spinal Surgery for Severe Scoliosis

Corrective surgery for scoliosis can result in prolonged operating room time and significant blood loss. The investigators goal is to determine what the transfusion requirements are for young adults undergoing spinal surgery for scoliosis and what other intra-operative factors influence the amount of blood and blood products used. The investigators will used the information obtained to improve the management of patients undergoing corrective surgery for scoliosis.