Table 4

Fusion rates for minimally invasive sacroiliac joint using SImmetry device.

Study N Fusion RateFollow-UpNotes
Current study20168.7%12 moPresence of bony fusion based on independent evaluation of CT imaging at 12 mo
Cross et al21 1978.9%12 moCT imaging; independently assessed and adjudicated for presence of bridging bone. Threaded implant fixation with decortication and graft placement
Kube et al3 1788.2%12 moThin-slice (<2 mm) CT imaging assessment of bony bridging across the sacroiliac joint and absence of lucency. Threaded implant fixation with decortication and graft placement
Abassi et al6 1973.7%12 moCT imaging; independent assessment of solid bridging bone. Threaded implant fixation with decortication and graft placement
  • CT, computed tomography.