Journal article
Minimally invasive versus open surgery for cervical and lumbar discectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Minimally invasive surgery for discectomy may accelerate recovery and reduce pain, but it also requires technical expertise and is associated with increased risks. We performed a meta-analysis to determine the effects of minimally invasive versus open surgery on functional outcomes, pain, complications and reoperations among patients undergoing cervical or lumbar discectomy.
METHODS: We searched MEDLINE, Embase and the Cochrane …
Authors
Evaniew N; Khan M; Drew B; Kwok D; Bhandari M; Ghert M
Journal
CMAJ Open, Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. e295–e305
Publisher
Joule
Publication Date
November 26, 2014
DOI
10.9778/cmajo.20140048
ISSN
2291-0026