Annular closure device for disc herniation: meta-analysis of clinical outcome and complications

Abstract Background Lumbar intervertebral disc herniation is a common cause of lower back and leg pain, with surgical intervention (e.g. discectomy to remove the herniated disc) recommended after an appropriate period of conservative management, however the existing or increased breach of the annulu...

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Main Authors: Wen Jie Choy, Kevin Phan, Ashish D. Diwan, Chon Sum Ong, Ralph J. Mobbs
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-08-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12891-018-2213-5