Publication Name	World Journal of Orthopedics
Manuscript ID	120589
DOI	10.5312/wjo.120589
Country	Russia

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Opinion Review
Article Title	Polyetheretherketone vs titanium cages in oncological spine surgery: Beyond mechanics toward oncological precision
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Anton Denisov
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Corresponding Author	Anton Denisov, Consultant, MD, PhD, Researcher, Department of Orthopedic, Vreden Russian Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, Baykova Street 8, Petersburg 195427, Russia. denisov1993@gmail.com
Key Words	Spine; Polyetheretherketone; Titanium; Tumor; Cage; Stability
Core Tip	In oncological spine surgery, cage selection must balance mechanical stability, fusion biology, and postoperative tumor surveillance. Titanium cages provide superior strength and osteointegration, particularly valuable in multilevel or structurally compromised reconstructions, but may impair imaging due to artifact formation. Polyetheretherketone cages allow clearer radiographic follow-up and reduced stress shielding, though their bioinert nature may limit fusion in irradiated or bone-compromised patients. Individualized implant selection - potentially incorporating hybrid technologies - remains essential to optimize both mechanical and oncological outcomes.
Citation	Denisov A. Polyetheretherketone vs titanium cages in oncological spine surgery: Beyond mechanics toward oncological precision. World J Orthop 2026; In press DOI: https://doi.org/10.5312/wjo.120589
PDF	120589-in-press.pdf

Received	2026-03-03 03:33
Peer-Review Started	2026-03-03 03:34
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-27 10:54
Return for Revision	2026-03-27 10:54
Revised	2026-04-10 10:02
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Second Decision by Editor	2026-06-03 02:36
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-06-04 02:54
Articles in Press	2026-06-04 02:54
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