There were 30 consecutive patients included in the study who underwent minimally invasive tubular microdiscectomy for recurrent lumbar disc herniation. The patients were followed for at least 1.5 years. The researchers found:
1. The average operative time was 90±35 minutes.
2. The average visual analog scale score was reduced from 5.9±2.1 preoperatively to 1.7±1.3 postoperatively.
3. There was a 90 percent overall success rate with patients reporting excellent or good outcomes on the Macnab criteria.
4. Five patients reported incidental durotomy without neurological consequences, CSF fistula or negative factors on the clinical outcome.
5. Two patients reported instability.
“The technique is an equally effective and safe treatment option for recurrent LDH,” concluded the study authors.
More articles on spine surgery:
5 key notes on lumbar spinal stenosis patients
Will spine services face bundled payments in the future? 5 surgeons discuss
4 major health organizations release revised adolescent scoliosis statement
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.
