Comparative analysis of unilateral biportal endoscopy and minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion in treating lumbar spinal brucellosis - Scorecard - MDSpire

Comparative analysis of unilateral biportal endoscopy and minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion in treating lumbar spinal brucellosis

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  • Cao Rui

  • Yin Ming

  • June 1, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Evaluation of Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy versus Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion for Lumbar Spinal Brucellosis Treatment

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionLumbar spinal brucellosis
Key MechanismsSurgical intervention for vertebral bone destruction and spinal instability
Target PopulationPatients with lumbar spinal brucellosis requiring surgical treatment
Care SettingRetrospective analysis in a surgical hospital setting

Key Highlights

  • UBE-TLIF showed shorter operative time and hospital stay compared to MIS-TLIF.
  • Both surgical methods resulted in significant postoperative improvements in pain and functional outcomes.
  • Complication rates were comparable between UBE-TLIF and MIS-TLIF.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Diagnosis based on clinical presentation and imaging studies.

Management

  • Surgical intervention indicated for patients with significant vertebral destruction and instability.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Postoperative monitoring of inflammatory markers and functional recovery.

Risks

  • Potential complications include dural tears and nerve root injuries.

Patient & Prescribing Data

62 patients with lumbar spinal brucellosis

UBE-TLIF offers benefits of reduced trauma and enhanced early postoperative pain control.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Select surgical technique based on lesion localization and surgeon expertise.
  • Monitor inflammatory markers postoperatively to assess recovery.

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