Novel minimally invasive surgery in Japan shows efficacy for treating lumbar spondylolysis

Posted on | November 1, 2009 | No Comments

Using the pedicle-hook-and-rod method with a percutaneous pedicle screw to treat young adult patients with lumbar spondylolysis may lead to a significant reduction in low-back pain, according to investigators in Japan

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