This research analyzes factors predicting spontaneous regression of lumbar disc herniation (LDH), a common cause of back pain and sciatica. The authors conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing literature, examining various disc morphologies (bulging, protruded, extruded, and sequestered) and other characteristics.
Rashed S, Vassiliou A, Starup-Hansen J, Tsang K. Systematic review and meta-analysis of predictive factors for spontaneous regression in lumbar disc herniation. J Neurosurg Spine. 2023;39(4):471-478. doi:10.3171/2023.6.SPINE23367
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