Are ambulatory surgery centers a safe and effective setting for spinal cord stimulator placement?

Key Points

• To assess the safety and effectiveness of spinal cord stimulator (SCS) placement in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) compared to hospitals.
• Reviewed patient selection criteria for SCS placement in ASCs
• Performed thoracic paddle lead placement
• Compared outcomes to similar hospital procedures
• SCS placement in ASCs is found to be safe for appropriately selected patients
• Effectiveness of procedures in ASCs is comparable to hospital settings