Physical prognostic factors predicting outcome following lumbar discectomy surgery: systematic review and narrative synthesis

Physical prognostic factors predicting outcome following lumbar discectomy surgery: systematic review and narrative synthesis

Abstract Background Success rates for lumbar discectomy are estimated as 78–95% patients at 1–2 years post-surgery, supporting its effectiveness. However, ongoing pain and disability is an issue for some patients, and recurrence contributing to reoperation is reported. It is important to identify pr...

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Main Authors: Alison Rushton, Konstantinos Zoulas, Andrew Powell, JB Staal
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-09-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Subjects:
Lumbar discectomy
Microdiscectomy
Back pain
Leg pain
Radiculopathy
Prognostic factors
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12891-018-2240-2

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