Are Preoperative PHQ-9 Scores Predictive of Postoperative Outcomes Following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion?

Conclusions: Patients with worse preoperative mental health reported significantly greater preoperative disability and pain. However, both cohorts demonstrated similar clinical recovery at the 1-year follow-up. These findings suggest patients with worse preoperative mental health can expect significant improvements in PROs following surgery.
Source: Journal of Spinal Disorders and Techniques - Category: Surgery Tags: PRIMARY RESEARCH Source Type: research