LI Ji-min, et al. Clinical results of reoperation for recurrent lumbar disc herniation[J]. Journal of Chongqing Medical University, 2009,34(5):610-612.
LI Ji-min, et al. Clinical results of reoperation for recurrent lumbar disc herniation[J]. Journal of Chongqing Medical University, 2009,34(5):610-612.DOI:
Objective:To explore the clinical results of the operation of posterior decompression
vertebral interbody fusion with cage and transpedicular screw fixation for the treatment of recurrent lumbar disc herniation.Methods:51 cases treated with the operation of posterior decompression
vertebral interbody fusion with cage and transpedicular screw fixation were reviewed retrospectively.The results were evaluated with Japanese Orthopedic Association score.Results:The average operative time was 160 minutes and the average blood volumn was 580 ml.51 cases were followed for an averge period of 3 years.There was a significant increase of JOA score in the latest follow-up(P<0.05).88% of patients’clinical results were excellent or good.Conclusion:Posterior decompression
vertebral interbody fusion with cage and transpedicular screw fixation for recurrent lumbar disc herniation achieved good clinical results.