Surgical strategy for non-continuous thoracic spinal stenosis: one- or two-stage surgery?

ConclusionDifferent surgical procedures are suitable for different types of NTSS. For patients with NTSS mainly caused by posterior compression, PD via laminectomy in one-stage with two incisions can achieve satisfying clinical outcomes. Staged surgery, including CD and PD procedures, is recommended for patients with NTSS mainly caused by anterior compression.
Source: International Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research