Spinal osteoid osteoma in the pediatric population: A management algorithm and systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to develop an accessible step-wise management algorithm for the management of pediatric spinal osteoid osteomas (OOs) based on a systematic review of the published literature regarding the diagnostic evaluation, treatment, and outcomes following surgical resection.

Methods

A systematic review of the literature was conducted on PubMed to locate English language studies reporting on the management of pediatric spinal OOs. Data extraction of clinical presentation, management strategies and imaging, and treatment outcomes were performed.

Results

Ten studies reporting on 85 patients under the age of 18 years presenting with OOs were identified. Back pain was the most common presenting symptom, and scoliosis was described in 8 out of 10

SUBMITTER: Farid AR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10549702 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature