Response to the letter to the editor: Predicting residual neurologic deficits using the Spinal Infection Treatment Evaluation score after surgery for thoracic and lumbar spinal epidural abscess: a retrospective study in Taiwan
Year: 2026
Type: letter
Abstract: below), following our previously published surgical protocol [3].We believe that this strategy provides effective infection control, correction of kyphotic deformity, and maintenance of spinal alignment.Notably, no patient in our cohort underwent short-segment instrumentation alone.We hope that these clarifications adequately address the concerns raised and further strengthen the interpretation of our findings.
Source: Asian Spine Journal
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7128685852