Clinical Analysis on the Surgical Treatment for Thoracolumbar Tuberculosis by Posterior Debridement and Pedicle Screw Fixation

Objective:To evaluate the clinical effects of treatment for patients of thoracolumbar tuberculosis by debridement,bone graft,and pedicle screw fixation via posterior body incision.Methods:All 42 patients of thoracolumbar tuberculosis by debridement,bone graft,and pedicle screw fixation via posterior body incision were followed-up regularly.Results:All operation were successful,and the incision were healing completely.All grafted bone was fused completely.Neurologic function recovered to a 1-2 degree in Frankel grading.A certain degree of kyphosis correction achieved after surgery.There was no recurrence in patients with tuberculosis.Conclusion:The method of debridement,bone graft,and pedicle screw fixation via posterior body incision for the treatment of thoracolumbar tuberculosis is easy,effective,and safe.