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Table 3 Comparison of fusion rates in the COSS and MISS groups

From: Fusion rates based on type of bone graft substitute using minimally invasive scoliosis surgery for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Fusion type

COSS Group (n = 43)

MISS Group (n = 43)

P-value

a

5

4

0.070

b

31

38

c

7

1

The rate of fusion

(a + b) / (a + b + c)

83.3%

97%

 
  1. There was no significant difference in fusion rate (p > 0.05)
  2. P-values are calculated by chi-square test
  3. a = definitive fusion; b = probable fusion; c = no fusion
  4. COSS Conventional open scoliosis surgery, MISS Minimally invasive scoliosis surgery, n Number
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BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders

ISSN: 1471-2474

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