Effect of preoperative biliary drainage in patients with moderately severe obstructive jaundice on the outcomes of pancreatoduodenectomy: A meta-analysis study

Abstract Background The purpose of this meta-analysis was to examine the impact of preoperative biliary drainage (PBD) on the perioperative outcomes of pancreatoduodenectomy (PD) in patients with total bilirubin >100 umol/L.Methods In this meta-analysis, studies that compared the perioperative outcomes of PBD and non-PBD patients with total bilirubin >100 umol/L, and were published in EMBASE, PubMed, the Cochrane library, Web of Science, VIP database, Wanfang data, Chinese biomedical literature and CNKI database from inception up to October 2019 were included. The odds ratios (OR) or mean differences were calculated with 95% confidence intervals (CI).Results Nine trials with 744 patients, which compared PBD (267 patients) with non-PBD (477 patients), were included. There was no significant difference in perioperative mortality between these two groups (OR: 0.51, 95% CI: 0.19 to 1.39; P =0.19). Postoperative hospital stay (mean difference: -2.35, 95% CI: -3.70 to -1.00; P =0.0007), operating time (mean difference: -33.03, 95% CI: -44.14 to 21.93; P <0.00001), estimated blood loss (mean difference: -141.18, 95% CI: -213.25 to -69.11; P =0.0001) and overall morbidity (OR: 0.68, CI: 0.48 to 0.95; P =0.02) were significantly lower in the PBD group than in the non-PBD group.Conclusion Patients who received PBD had similar perioperative mortality, but had decreased postoperative hospital stay, operating time, estimated blood loss and overall morbidity, when compared to patients without PBD. Therefore, PBD should be routinely performed for patients planned for PD with a total bilirubin of >100 umol/L.

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Robotic partial nephrectomy for renal tumours in obese patients: Perioperative outcomes in a multi-institutional analysis

Canadian Urological Association Journal ◽

10.5489/cuaj.3197 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 9 (11-12) ◽

pp. 859 ◽

Cited By ~ 12

Author(s):

Newaj Abdullah ◽

Deepansh Dalela ◽

Ravi Barod ◽

Jeff Larson ◽

Michael Johnson ◽

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Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Partial Nephrectomy ◽

Operative Time ◽

Independent Predictor ◽

Operating Time ◽

Perioperative Outcomes ◽

Robotic Partial Nephrectomy ◽

Obese Patients ◽

Estimated Blood Loss

Introduction: We sought to evaluate the association of obesity with surgical outcomes of robotic partial nephrectomy (RPN) using a large, multicentre database. Methods: We identified 1836 patients who underwent RPN from five academic centres from 2006-2014. A total of 806 patients were obese (body mass index [BMI] ≥30 kg/m2). Patient characteristics and outcomes were compared between obese and non-obese patients. Multivariable analysis was used to assess the association of obesity on RPN outcomes.Results: A total of 806 (44%) patients were obese with median BMI of 33.8kg/m2. Compared to non-obese patients, obese patients had greater median tumour size (2.9 vs. 2.5 cm, p<0.001), mean RENAL nephrometry score (7.3 vs. 7.1, p = 0.04), median operating time (176 vs. 165 min, p=0.002), and median estimated blood loss (EBL, 150 vs. 100 ml, p=0.002), but no difference in complications. Obesity was not an independent predictor of operative time or EBL on regression analysis. Among obese patients, males had a greater EBL (150 vs. 100 ml, p<0.001), operative time (180 vs. 166 min, p<0.001) and warm ischemia time (WIT, 20 vs. 18, p=0.001) and male sex was an independent predictor of these outcomes on regression analysis.Conclusion: In this large, multicentre study on RPN, obesity was not associated with increased complications and was not an independent predictor of operating time or blood loss. However, in obese patients, male gender was an independent predictor of greater EBL, operative time, and WIT. Our results indicate that obesity alone should not preclude consideration for RPN.

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Perioperative morbidity of different operative approaches in early cervical carcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing minimally invasive versus open radical hysterectomy

Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics ◽

10.1007/s00404-021-06248-8 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

J. Kampers ◽

E. Gerhardt ◽

P. Sibbertsen ◽

T. Flock ◽

H. Hertel ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Minimally Invasive ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Radical Hysterectomy ◽

Postoperative Morbidity ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Operation Time ◽

Mean Difference ◽

Inclusion Criteria ◽

Estimated Blood Loss

Abstract Purpose Radical hysterectomy and pelvic lymphadenectomy is the standard treatment for early cervical cancer. Studies have shown superior oncological outcome for open versus minimal invasive surgery, but peri- and postoperative complication rates were shown vice versa. This meta-analysis evaluates the peri- and postoperative morbidities and complications of robotic and laparoscopic radical hysterectomy compared to open surgery. Methods Embase and Ovid-Medline databases were systematically searched in June 2020 for studies comparing robotic, laparoscopic and open radical hysterectomy. There was no limitation in publication year. Inclusion criteria were set analogue to the LACC trial. Subgroup analyses were performed regarding the operative technique, the study design and the date of publication for the endpoints intra- and postoperative morbidity, estimated blood loss, hospital stay and operation time. Results 27 studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Five prospective, randomized-control trials were included. Meta-analysis showed no significant difference between robotic radical hysterectomy (RH) and laparoscopic hysterectomy (LH) concerning intra- and perioperative complications. Operation time was longer in both RH (mean difference 44.79 min [95% CI 38.16; 51.42]), and LH (mean difference 20.96 min; [95% CI − 1.30; 43.22]) than in open hysterectomy (AH) but did not lead to a rise of intra- and postoperative complications. Intraoperative morbidity was lower in LH than in AH (RR 0.90 [0.80; 1.02]) as well as in RH compared to AH (0.54 [0.33; 0.88]). Intraoperative morbidity showed no difference between LH and RH (RR 1.29 [0.23; 7.29]). Postoperative morbidity was not different in any approach. Estimated blood loss was lower in both LH (mean difference − 114.34 [− 122.97; − 105.71]) and RH (mean difference − 287.14 [− 392.99; − 181.28]) compared to AH, respectively. Duration of hospital stay was shorter for LH (mean difference − 3.06 [− 3.28; − 2.83]) and RH (mean difference − 3.77 [− 5.10; − 2.44]) compared to AH. Conclusion Minimally invasive radical hysterectomy appears to be associated with reduced intraoperative morbidity and blood loss and improved reconvalescence after surgery. Besides oncological and surgical factors these results should be considered when counseling patients for radical hysterectomy and underscore the need for new randomized trials.

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A systematic review and meta-analysis of endoscopic versus open treatment of craniosynostosis. Part 1: the sagittal suture

Journal of Neurosurgery Pediatrics ◽

10.3171/2018.4.peds17729 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 22 (4) ◽

pp. 352-360 ◽

Cited By ~ 12

Author(s):

Han Yan ◽

Taylor J. Abel ◽

Naif M. Alotaibi ◽

Melanie Anderson ◽

Toba N. Niazi ◽

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Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Length Of Stay ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Open Surgery ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Operating Time ◽

Transfusion Rate ◽

Endoscopic Procedures ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Cosmetic Outcomes

OBJECTIVEIn this systematic review and meta-analysis the authors aimed to directly compare open surgical and endoscope-assisted techniques for the treatment of sagittal craniosynostosis, focusing on the outcomes of blood loss, transfusion rate, length of stay, operating time, complication rate, cost, and cosmetic outcome.METHODSA literature search was performed in compliance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Relevant articles were identified from 3 electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, and CENTRAL [Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials]) from their inception to August 2017. The quality of methodology and bias risk were assessed using the Effective Public Health Practice Project Quality Assessment Tool for Quantitative Studies. Effect estimates between groups were calculated as standardized mean differences with 95% CIs. Random and fixed effects models were used to estimate the overall effect.RESULTSOf 316 screened records, 10 met the inclusion criteria, of which 3 were included in the meta-analysis. These studies reported on 303 patients treated endoscopically and 385 patients treated with open surgery. Endoscopic surgery was associated with lower estimated blood loss (p < 0.001), shorter length of stay (p < 0.001), and shorter operating time (p < 0.001). From the literature review of the 10 studies, transfusion rates for endoscopic procedures were consistently lower, with significant differences in 4 of 6 studies; the cost was lower, with differences ranging from $11,603 to $31,744 in 3 of 3 studies; and the cosmetic outcomes were equivocal (p > 0.05) in 3 of 3 studies. Finally, endoscopic techniques demonstrated complication rates similar to or lower than those of open surgery in 8 of 8 studies.CONCLUSIONSEndoscopic procedures are associated with lower estimated blood loss, operating time, and days in hospital. Future long-term prospective registries may establish advantages with respect to complications and cost, with equivalent cosmetic outcomes. Larger studies evaluating patient- or parent-reported satisfaction and optimal timing of intervention as well as heterogeneity in outcomes are indicated.

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Effectiveness of laparoscopic surgery in patients with large gastric GIST (diameter > 5cm).

Journal of Clinical Oncology ◽

10.1200/jco.2019.37.4_suppl.35 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 37 (4_suppl) ◽

pp. 35-35

Author(s):

Fei Li ◽

Chongchong Gao

Keyword(s):

Laparoscopic Surgery ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Operating Time ◽

Postoperative Hospital Stay ◽

Gastric Gist ◽

Tumor Rupture ◽

Stromal Tumors ◽

Estimated Blood Loss

35 Background: Recently, the application of laparoscopic or DaVinci surgery in relatively small gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) has been increasingly recognized. However, the use in large stromal tumors, especially with a diameter greater than 5 cm, remains controversial for fear of tumor rupture. The aim of our study is to observe the effectiveness of laparoscopic approach in treatment of large gastric GIST. Methods: Patients who were diagnosed with gastric GIST (diameter > 5cm) at Xuanwu Hospital, China and underwent laparoscopic surgery from May 2011 to May 2018 were assessed. We set intraoperative tumor rupture as primary outcome. Secondly outcomes were conversion rate, operating time, estimated blood loss, length of postoperative hospital stay and recurrence rate at the end of the follow-up. Results: Fourty patients were included in our study with tumor size (7.54 ty-tw) cm (range, 5.0~13.8 cm). There was no intraoperative tumor rupture occurred. The median duration of operation was (76.3±29.9) minutes with estimated blood loss (28.7±15.2) mL. The median time for length of postoperative hospital stay was (5.8±4.1) days. The follow-up period for all the patients was 23.1 months (range, 2.4~51months). No local or distant recurrence was observed. Conclusions: Laparoscopic resection for large gastric GIST is feasible and effective. Laparoscopic surgery can substitute for open surgery as standard approach for gastric stromal tumors.

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Comparison of Sutureless Versus Suture Partial Nephrectomy for Clinical T1 Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Meta-Analysis of Retrospective Studies

Frontiers in Oncology ◽

10.3389/fonc.2021.713645 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 ◽

Author(s):

Wenjun Zhang ◽

Bangwei Che ◽

Shenghan Xu ◽

Yi Mu ◽

Jun He ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Renal Cell Carcinoma ◽

Postoperative Complications ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Renal Cell ◽

Retrospective Studies ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Operation Time ◽

Warm Ischemia ◽

Perioperative Outcomes ◽

Estimated Blood Loss

BackgroundPartial nephrectomy (PN) is the recommended treatment for T1 renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Compared with suture PN, sutureless PN reduces the difficulty and time of operation, but the safety and feasibility have been controversial. This meta-analysis was conducted to compare the function and perioperative outcomes of suture and sutureless PN for T1 RCC.MethodsSystematic literature review was performed up to April 2021 using multiple databases to identify eligible comparative studies. According to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis (PRISMA) criteria, identification and selection of the studies were conducted. Meta-analysis was performed for studies comparing suture to sutureless PN for both T1a and T1b RCC. In addition, subgroup analysis was performed on operation time, warm ischemia time, estimated blood loss, and postoperative complications. Sensitivity analysis was used in analysis with high heterogeneity (operation time and estimated blood loss).ResultsEight retrospective studies were included with a total of 1,156 patients; of the 1,156 patients, 499 received sutureless PN and 707 received suture PN. The results showed that sutureless PN had shorter operative time (I2 = 0%, P < 0.001), warm ischemia time (I2 = 97.5%, P < 0.001), and lower clamping rate (I2 = 85.8%, P = 0.003), but estimated blood loss (I2 = 76.6%, P = 0.064) had no difference. In the comparison of perioperative outcomes, there was no significant difference in postoperative complications (I2 = 0%, P = 0.999), positive surgical margins (I2 = 0%, P = 0.356), postoperative estimated glomerular filtration rat (eGFR) (I2 = 0%, P = 0.656), and tumor recurrence (I2 = 0%, P = 0.531).ConclusionsIn T1a RCC with low RENAL score, sutureless PN is a feasible choice, whereas it should not be overestimated in T1b RCC.

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Haemostatic devices in parotid surgery: a systematic review

The Journal of Laryngology & Otology ◽

10.1017/s0022215121001973 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-7

Author(s):

L Allen ◽

C MacKay ◽

M H Rigby ◽

J Trites ◽

S M Taylor

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Facial Nerve ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Outcome Measures ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Operative Blood Loss ◽

Parotid Surgery

Abstract Objective The Harmonic Scalpel and Ligasure (Covidien) devices are commonly used in head and neck surgery. Parotidectomy is a complex and intricate surgery that requires careful dissection of the facial nerve. This study aimed to compare surgical outcomes in parotidectomy using these haemostatic devices with traditional scalpel and cautery. Method A systematic review of the literature was performed with subsequent meta-analysis of seven studies that compared the use of haemostatic devices to traditional scalpel and cautery in parotidectomy. Outcome measures included: temporary facial paresis, operating time, intra-operative blood loss, post-operative drain output and length of hospital stay. Results A total of 7 studies representing 675 patients were identified: 372 patients were treated with haemostatic devices, and 303 patients were treated with scalpel and cautery. Statistically significant outcomes favouring the use of haemostatic devices included operating time, intra-operative blood loss and post-operative drain output. Outcome measures that did not favour either treatment included facial nerve paresis and length of hospital stay. Conclusion Overall, haemostatic devices were found to reduce operating time, intra-operative blood loss and post-operative drain output.

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Association between R.E.N.A.L nephrometry score and perioperative outcomes following open partial nephrectomy under cold ischemia

Canadian Urological Association Journal ◽

10.5489/cuaj.1372 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 8 (3-4) ◽

pp. 137

Author(s):

Dong Soo Park ◽

Jin Ho Hwang ◽

Moon Hyung Kang ◽

Jong Jin Oh

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Partial Nephrectomy ◽

Perioperative Outcomes ◽

Renal Neoplasm ◽

Cold Ischemia ◽

Ischemic Time ◽

Open Partial Nephrectomy ◽

Cold Ischemic Time ◽

Nephrometry Score ◽

Estimated Blood Loss

Introduction: We investigate the clinical significance of the R.E.N.A.L. nephrometry score for renal neoplasm following open partial nephrectomy (PN) under cold ischemia.Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted using clinical data of 98 consecutive patients with clear cell renal cell carcinoma who underwent open PN by a single surgeon from December 2000 to September 2012. Tumour complexity was stratified into 3 categories: low (4-6), moderate (7-9) and high (10-12) complexity. Perioperative outcomes, such as complications, cold ischemic time, estimated blood loss and renal function, were analyzed according to the complexity by NS. Complications were stratified using the Clavien-Dindo classification system.Results: Tumour complexity according to nephrometry score was assessed as low in 16 (16.3%), moderate in 48 (49.0%) and high in 34 (34.7%). The median cold ischemic time did not differ significantly among the 3 groups (36.0 minutes in low-, 40 minutes in moderate- and 43 minutes in the high-complexity group, p = 0.421). Total complications did not differ significantly (2 (2.0%) in low, 4 (4.1%) in moderate and 4 (4.1%) in high, p = 0.984). Each Grade 3 complication occurred in the moderate (urine leakage) and high groups (lymphocele). Postoperative renal functional outcomes were similar among the groups (p = 0.729). Only mean estimated blood loss was significantly different with nephrometry score (p = 0.049).Conclusions: The nephrometry score, as used in an open PN series under cold ischemia, was not significantly associated with perioperative outcomes (i.e., ischemia time, complications, renal functional preservation).

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Retrospective comparison of three minimally invasive approaches for adrenal tumors: perioperative outcomes of transperitoneal laparoscopic, retroperitoneal laparoscopic and robot-assisted laparoscopic adrenalectomy

BMC Urology ◽

10.1186/s12894-020-00637-y ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 20 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Changwei Ji ◽

Qun Lu ◽

Wei Chen ◽

Feifei Zhang ◽

Hao Ji ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Length Of Stay ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Minimally Invasive ◽

Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy ◽

Perioperative Outcomes ◽

Adrenal Tumors ◽

Transfusion Rate ◽

Robot Assisted ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Minimally Invasive Adrenalectomy

Abstract Background To compare the perioperative outcomes of transperitoneal laparoscopic (TLA), retroperitoneal laparoscopic (RLA), and robot-assisted transperitoneal laparoscopic (RATLA) adrenalectomy for adrenal tumors in our center. Methods Between April 2012 and February 2018, 241 minimally invasive adrenalectomies were performed. Cases were categorized based on the minimally invasive adrenalectomy technique. Demographic characteristics, perioperative information and pathological data were retrospectively collected and analyzed. Results This study included 37 TLA, 117 RLA, and 87 RATLA procedures. Any two groups had comparable age, ASA score, Charlson Comorbidity Index, and preoperative hemoglobin. The tumor size for RLA patients was 2.7 ± 1.1 cm, which was significantly smaller compared to patients who underwent TLA/RATLA (p = 0.000/0.000). Operative time was similar in any two groups, while estimated blood loss was lower for RATLA group (75.6 ± 95.6 ml) compared with the TLA group (131.1 ± 204.5 ml) (p = 0.041). Conversion to an open procedure occurred in only one (2.7%) patient in the TLA group for significant adhesion and hemorrhage. There were no significant differences between groups in terms of transfusion rate and complication rate. Length of stay was shorter for the RATLA group versus the TLA/RLA group (p = 0.000/0.029). In all groups, adrenocortical adenoma and pheochromocytoma were the most frequent histotypes. Conclusions Minimally invasive adrenalectomy is associated with expected excellent outcomes. In our study, the RATLA approach appears to provide the benefits of decreased estimated blood loss and length of stay. Robotic adrenalectomy appears to be a safe and effective alternative to conventional laparoscopic adrenalectomy.

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Analysis of predictors of adherent perinephric fat and its impact on perioperative outcomes in laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: a retrospective case–control study

World Journal of Surgical Oncology ◽

10.1186/s12957-021-02429-6 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 19 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Lu Fang ◽

Huan Li ◽

Tao Zhang ◽

Rui Liu ◽

Taotao Zhang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Partial Nephrectomy ◽

Univariate Analysis ◽

Warm Ischemia ◽

Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy ◽

Renal Tumors ◽

Perioperative Outcomes ◽

Transfusion Rate ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Perinephric Fat

Abstract Background Adherent perinephric fat (APF), characterized by inflammatory fat surrounding the kidney, can limit the isolation of renal tumors and increase the operative difficulty in laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN). The aim of this study was to investigate the predictors of APF and its impact on perioperative outcomes during LPN. Methods A total of 215 consecutive patients undergoing LPN for renal cell carcinoma (RCC) from January 2017 to June 2019 at our institute were included. We divided these patients into two groups according to the presence of APF. Radiographic data were retrospectively collected from preoperative cross-sectional imaging. The perioperative clinical parameters were compared between the two groups. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to evaluate the predictive factors of APF. Results APF was identified in 41 patients (19.1%) at the time of LPN. Univariate analysis demonstrated that APF was significantly correlated with the male gender (P = 0.001), higher body mass index (P = 0.002), lower preoperative estimated glomerular filtration rate (P = 0.004), greater posterior perinephric fat thickness (P< 0.001), greater perinephric stranding (P< 0.001), and higher Mayo Adhesive Probability (MAP) score (P< 0.001). The MAP score (P< 0.001) was the only variable that remained an independent predictor for APF in multivariate analysis. We found that patients with APF had longer operative times (P< 0.001), warm ischemia times (P = 0.001), and greater estimated blood loss (P = 0.003) than those without APF. However, there were no significant differences in surgical approach, transfusion rate, length of postoperative stay, complication rate, or surgical margin between the two groups. Conclusions Several specific clinical and radiographic factors including the MAP score can predict APF. The presence of APF is associated with an increased operative time, warm ischemia time, and greater estimated blood loss but has no impact on other perioperative outcomes in LPN.

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Mini-open thoracoscopic-assisted spinal thoracotomy for traumatic injuries: A technical note

Surgical Neurology International ◽

10.25259/sni_435_2020 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 ◽

pp. 265

Author(s):

Vikas Tandon ◽

Abhinandan Reddy Mallepally ◽

Ashok Reddy Peddaballe ◽

Nandan Marathe ◽

Harvinder Singh Chhabra

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Neurological Status ◽

Technical Note ◽

Single Level ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Multiple Variables ◽

Mini Open

Background: Mini-open thoracoscopic-assisted thoracotomy (MOTA) has been introduced to mitigate disadvantages of conventional open anterior or conventional posterior only thoracoscopic procedures. Here, we evaluated the results of utilizing the MOTA technique to perform anterior decompression/fusion for 22 traumatic thoracic fractures. Methods: There were 22 patients with unstable thoracic burst fractures (TBF) who underwent surgery utilizing the MOTA thoracotomy technique. Multiple variables were studied including; the neurological status of the patient preoperatively/postoperatively, the level and type of fracture, associated injuries, operative time, estimated blood loss, chest tube drainage (intercostal drainage), length of hospital stay (LOS), and complication rate. Results: In 22 patients (averaging 35.5 years of age), T9 and T12 vertebral fractures were most frequently encountered. There were 20 patients who had single level and 2 patients who had two-level fractures warranting corpectomies. Average operating time and blood loss for single-level corpectomy were 91.5 ± 14.5 min and 311 ml and 150 ± 18.6 min and 550 ml for two levels, respectively. Mean hospital stay was 5 days. About 95.45% of cases showed fusion at latest follow-up. Average preoperative kyphotic angle corrected from 34.2 ± 3.5° to 20.5 ± 1.0° postoperatively with an average correction of 41.1% and correction loss of 2.4%. Conclusion: We concluded that utilization of the MOTA technique was safe and effective for providing decompression/fusion of traumatic TBF.

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