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Full power-assisted pedicle screw insertion may mitigate these risks, but its efficacy and safety compared to manual techniques remain underexplored. Understanding these differences is crucial for optimizing surgical practices and improving outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>To systematically evaluate the outcomes of full power-assisted versus manual pedicle screw insertion in paediatric spine surgery, focusing on operative time and complications.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A systematic review of English-language literature published up to September 2024 was conducted using the search criteria (\"Pedicle Screws\"[Mesh]) and (power), adhering to PRISMA guidelines. Studies comparing full power-assisted and manual pedicle screw insertion were included.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      Of 2,559 patients, 1,715 underwent full power-assisted insertion (65.7% female, mean age 14.3\u00a0years, mean follow-up 20.8\u00a0months), and 844 underwent manual insertion (67.9% female, mean age 14.5\u00a0years, mean follow-up 26.9\u00a0months). Operative times were comparable (248 vs. 251.4\u00a0min,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u20090.69), as were screw breach rates (0.49% vs. 1.42%,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u20090.23). However, manual insertion was associated with a significantly higher rate of other complications compared to full power-assisted techniques (0.077% vs. 0.022%,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u20090.03).\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Full power-assisted pedicle screw insertion is as efficient and accurate as manual techniques, with fewer complications in pedicle screw placement surgery. These findings support the use of power assistance to enhance surgical safety. 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