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This research aims to evaluate how obesity impacts outcomes in minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery.

February 26, 2026The International Journal of Spine Surgery1 citationsOpen Access

Effects of Obesity on Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spine Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

This research aims to evaluate how obesity impacts outcomes in minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery.
Conducted a systematic review of existing literature
Performed a meta-analysis on the outcomes related to obesity
Analyzed preoperative weight optimization strategies
Obesity is associated with increased complications during surgery
Weight optimization prior to surgery may enhance outcomes
Patients with higher obesity levels show poorer recovery metrics

Patients should be counseled about the risks associated with obesity, and preoperative weight optimization is recommended to improve outcomes.

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