No clinically relevant difference between surgical methods for sciatica and herniated disc .
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Surgical techniques for sciatica due to herniated disc, a systematic review
Eur Spine J. 2012 Nov;21(11):2232-51. doi: 10.1007/s00586-012-2422-9. Epub 2012 Jul 20Exclusive Author Interview
Dr. Wilco Jacobs discusses his systematic review assessing surgical techniques for sciatica due to herniated disc.
This systematic review and meta-analysis included 16 studies comparing surgical techniques for patients with sciatica due to disc herniation. Results demonstrated that microscopic discectomy resulted in reduced postoperative leg pain, shorter hospitalization, shorter incision length and longer operation time than conventional discectomy. Mixed results were found from studies comparing tubular discectomy and microscopic discectomy.
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