Systematic review assesses effectiveness of percutaneous laser disc decompression in adults with lumbar disc herniations, suggesting varied outcomes.
Background: Percutaneous laser disc decompression (PLDD) is a minimally invasive treatment option for carefully selected patients with lumbar disc herniations (LDH) whose condition does not respond to conservative therapy but who may not require surgical decompression. Although PLDD has been increasingly adopted, reported outcomes vary widely across studies. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of PLDD in adults with LDH.
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