Modified Wiltse approach versus conventional posterior approach for treating single-segment spinal tuberculosis and infections: a retrospective study of 102 cases in Guangxi Province, China.

ABSTRACT:

Study design

Retrospective study.

Purpose

To compare the modified Wiltse with the conventional posterior approach for single-segment spinal tuberculosis/infections.

Overview of literature

Spinal infections (such as spondylitis, discitis, and spondylodiscitis) are therapeutically challenging owing to their pathophysiological complexities and delayed diagnosis, particularly in developing countries. Despite treatment advancements, challenges persist, which include multidrug resistance and surgery-related complications.

Methods

A retrospective analysis of 102 patients who underwent single-segment spinal tuberculosis surgery was conducted to compare patients who underwent surgery using the conventional posterior with those using the modified Wiltse approach. The key

SUBMITTER: Moro A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12400095 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature