ArticleInternational journal of spine surgery2026
Effect of Modified Assisted Reduction and Internal Fixation System on Chronic Pain and Long-term Prognosis After Isthmic Spondylolisthesis Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Study.
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backgroundThis study prospectively investigated the clinical significance of the modified assisted reduction and internal fixation system in relieving chronic pain following isthmic spondylolisthesis surgery.
methodsIn total, 58 patients with isthmic spondylolisthesis were randomly divided into the observation group and control group. Twenty-eight patients belonged to the observation group (application of modified assisted reduction and internal fixation system) and 30 patients belonged to the control group (application of traditional posterior reduction and internal fixation system). All patients received regular postoperative rehabilitation treatment. The pre- and postoperative degree of spondylolisthesis and intervertebral height were compared between the 2 groups. Visual analog scale and Oswestry Disability Index scores for each patient were collected. The rates of fusion and implant-related complications were also assessed.
resultsBaseline characteristics and operation conditions of the 2 groups were similar. There was no significant difference between the 2 groups in the mean visual analog scale scores for low back pain (2.1 vs 2.8,
conclusionThe modified assisted reduction and internal fixation system has clinical value in alleviating postoperative chronic pain and improving long-term prognosis in patients with isthmic spondylolisthesis. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: This modified treatment method can effectively enhance the surgical outcomes for patients with isthmic spondylolisthesis. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: 2:
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