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
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.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis
Spinal Hematomas and Complications
Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Asian Spine Journal
- Volume
- 20
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 405–406
- Publication date
- 12 February 2026
- Language
- EN