Prospective Trial of Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Using 3D-Printed Triangular Titanium Implants: 24-Month Follow-Up.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Strong evidence supports minimally invasive sacroiliac joint (SIJ) fusion using triangular titanium implants (TTI) for chronic SIJ dysfunction.

Objective

To report safety and effectiveness of SIJF using a 3D-printed TTI at 24 months.

Methods

SIJF with TTI was performed in 51 subjects. Structured follow-up occurred at 3, 6, 12 and 24 months. Both quality of life questionnaires and functional tests were performed at all study visits.

Results

84% of subjects were available for 24-month follow-up. Observed were rapid and persistent improvements in dysfunction due to pain (Oswestry Disability Index [ODI], mean 52.8 at baseline and 28.3 at 24 months, p<0.0001) and SIJ pain ratings (mean 78.5 at baseline [0-100 scale] to 21.5 at 24 months). Opioid use for S

SUBMITTER: Patel V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8254553 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature