Lumbar disc  herniation: long-term outcomes after mini-open discectomy

ConclusionsNearly 2/3 of our patient series keep satisfactory outcomes after about 15-year follow-up. The mini open discectomy remains a reliable surgical technique provided we respect the indications and surgical requirements. This procedure also avoids excessive instrumentation and its possible iatrogenic complications. Powerful randomized and controlled trials are needed to strengthen these deductions.
Source: International Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research