Risk of Subsequent Fusion After Isolated Decompression of Lumbar Facet Cysts

CONCLUSION: Patients undergoing isolated decompression for lumbar facet cysts undergo subsequent lumbar fusion at a 5-year rate of 6.79%. Risk factors for subsequent decompression include chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and osteoarthritis. This study will assist spine surgeons in appropriately counseling patients on expected postoperative course and potential risks of isolated decompression.PMID:38320287 | DOI:10.5435/JAAOS-D-23-00765

Source: The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - February 6, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Vincent P Federico Enrico M Forlenza Alexander J Acuna Rajko S Vucicevic William K Conaway James W Nie Alexander J Butler Samy Gabriel Gregory D Lopez Howard S An Matthew W Colman Frank M Phillips Source Type: research