Does the Decompression of Symptomatic Lumbar Facet Cysts Without Instability Require Fusion?
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000000906
Abstract: L facet cysts are an uncommon but problematic source of pain and neurologic dysfunction. Although a plethora of terminology has been used to describe cystic formations adjacent to facet joints, such as juxtafacet cysts, cystic… read more here.
Keywords: facet cysts; fusion; spondylolisthesis; lumbar facet ... See more keywords
Outcomes After Decompression Only Versus Decompression and Fusion for Lumbar Facet Cysts: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
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DOI: 10.1227/neu.0000000000003385
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Lumbar facet cysts (LFCs) are considered the result of facet degeneration and segmental instability. Their surgical management has been controversial. Decompression only (DO) is less invasive, but it does not address the… read more here.
Keywords: facet cysts; decompression; decompression fusion; resolution ... See more keywords