Carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone spinal instrumentation in pediatric spinal tumors: report of two cases and review of the literature

CFR-PEEK appears to be a practical and promising option for pediatric spinal oncology when long-term MRI surveillance and adjuvant radiotherapy are anticipated. Our experience, alongside a focused literature review, supports selective use and motivates prospective pediatric studies to confirm imaging, radiotherapy, and durability benefits.