Posterior treatment of ankylosing spinal diseases with thoracolumbar fractures: a network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The implementation of diverse surgical techniques plays a crucial role in managing ankylosing spinal diseases (ASDs), serving as invaluable tools. Presently, posterior surgery stands out as the predominant approach owing to its familiarity with anatomical structures; however, it comprises various methodologies that require a thorough comprehension for their suitable application. Henceforth, we performed a network meta-analysis to assess and prioritize the efficacy and safety of surgical interventions for ASDs.

Methods

The databases PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure) were systematically searched for both randomized and non-randomized studies. No restrictions were placed on the initial time periods or languages of the

SUBMITTER: Shi J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12044753 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature