Minimally invasive discectomy for lumbar disc herniation: current concepts, surgical techniques, and outcomes
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-018-4256-5
Abstract: PurposeTo date, various minimally invasive surgeries for lumbar disc herniation (LDH) have been performed in many countries, including microendoscopic discectomy (MED) and percutaneous endoscopic discectomy (PED). We herein report the surgical indications, current concepts, and… read more here.
Keywords: invasive discectomy; disc herniation; minimally invasive; current concepts ... See more keywords
Clinicians’ perceptions around discectomy surgery for lumbar disc herniation: a survey of orthopaedic and neuro-surgeons in Australia and New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1007/s00402-021-04019-3
Abstract: Understanding practice-based differences in treatment of lumbar disc herniations (LDHs) is vital for reducing unwarranted variation in the delivery of spine surgical health care. Identifying factors that influence surgeons’ decision-making will offer useful insights for… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; rates following; surgeons australia; practice ... See more keywords
The distribution of infection with Propionibacterium acnes is equal in patients with cervical and lumbar disc herniation
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-017-5219-z
Abstract: BackgroundCervical and back pains are important clinical problems affecting human populations globally. It is suggested that Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) is associated with disc herniation. The aim of this study is to evaluate the distribution… read more here.
Keywords: lumbar disc; cervical lumbar; infection; herniation ... See more keywords
Multiple variants in collagen genes are associated with the susceptibility to lumbar disc herniation in the Chinese population
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-020-06299-6
Abstract: Purpose Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is an important cause of back pain and sciatica, but its aetiology is not fully understood. Single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in specific collagen genes are known to increase the risk of… read more here.
Keywords: ldh; risk; lumbar disc; collagen genes ... See more keywords
Association of age with incidence and timing of recurrence after microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-020-06692-1
Abstract: Recurrent lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is the most frequent reason for reoperation after lumbar microdiscectomy. While several risk factors for recurrent LDH have been well-described, the effect of age on recurrence remains unclear, especially concerning… read more here.
Keywords: disc herniation; age; recurrent ldh; ldh ... See more keywords
Preoperative sport improves the outcome of lumbar disc surgery: a prospective monocentric cohort study
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DOI: 10.1007/s10143-017-0811-6
Abstract: A lumbar disc herniation resulting in surgery may be an incisive event in a patient’s everyday life. The patient’s recovery after sequestrectomy may be influenced by several factors. There is evidence that regular physical activity… read more here.
Keywords: physical activity; disc surgery; surgery; lumbar disc ... See more keywords
Iatrogenic vascular laceration during posterior lumbar disc surgery: a literature review
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DOI: 10.1007/s10143-020-01311-5
Abstract: Iatrogenic vascular laceration is a rare but well-known complication of posterior lumbar disc surgery (PLUDS). We performed a review of the literature to evaluate the management of this life-threatening complication. A total of 54 papers… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; laceration; vascular laceration; posterior lumbar ... See more keywords
Quantitative sensory testing to evaluate and compare the results after epidural injection and simple discectomy, in patients with radiculopathy secondary to lumbar disc herniation
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DOI: 10.1007/s10877-019-00395-9
Abstract: The objective assessment of the radiculopathy secondary to lumbar disc herniation is essential to optimize treatment. The quantitative sensory test (QST) is a useful tool to evaluate somatosensory nerves. The aim of our study is… read more here.
Keywords: lumbar; disc herniation; months follow; lumbar disc ... See more keywords
Percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy and minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for massive lumbar disc herniation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2018.10.017
Abstract: OBJECTIVES To compare the clinical outcomes of patients with massive lumbar disc disease undergoing percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy and minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion at a single clinic. PATIENTS AND METHODS From January 2008… read more here.
Keywords: group; massive lumbar; lumbar; mis tlif ... See more keywords
Real world data collection and cluster analysis in patients with sciatica due to lumbar disc herniation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2022.107246
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to identify and describe clusters of patients with similar characteristics presenting with sciatica caused by a lumbar disc herniation in secondary care. METHODS Forty-six percent (n = 163) of the… read more here.
Keywords: disc herniation; pain; lumbar disc; cluster ... See more keywords
Intradural Ganglioneuroma Mimicking Lumbar Disc Herniation: Case Report.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.05.225
Abstract: Background Ganglioneuroma (GN) is a slow-growing tumor originating from the neural crest–derived cells, which form the sympathetic nervous system. These tumors can affect anywhere along the peripheral autonomic ganglion sites and are most commonly found… read more here.
Keywords: lumbar disc; case; lumbar; disc herniation ... See more keywords