No Benefit with Preservation of Midline Structures in Decompression for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Results From the National Swedish Spine Registry 2-Year Post-Op

Conclusion. In this study on decompression techniques for LSS, there was no benefit in preserving the midline structures compared to LE 2 years after decompression. The conclusion is that the surgeon is free to choose the surgical method that is thought most suitable for the patient and the condition with which the patient presents. Level of Evidence: 3
Source: Spine - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: SURGERY Source Type: research