Comparison of treatments for lumbar disc herniation

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Authors

Mark P. Arts · Medisch Centrum Haaglanden

Adisa Kuršumović · Zimmer Biomet (United States)

Larry E. Miller · Zimmer Biomet (United States)

Jasper Wolfs · Medisch Centrum Haaglanden

Jason M. Perrin · Barricaid (United States)

Erik Van de Kelft · Vlaamse Vereniging voor Obstetrie en Gynaecolo

Volkmar Heidecke

Abstract

Results of a network meta-analysis show LD is more effective than CC in alleviating symptoms of lumbar disc herniation refractory to initial conservative management. Further, LD + AC lowers risk of reherniation and reoperation versus LD and may improve patient symptoms more than CC.

Topics & Keywords

Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation Anesthesia and Pain Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Medicine

Volume 98, Issue 7, pp. e14410-e14410

DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000014410

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