Nationwide registry study clarifies regional variations in surgical approaches and outcomes for cervical surgery in Japan, suggesting impact on patient care.
Introduction: Cervical spinal surgery is performed for various pathologies, including degenerative disease, deformity, trauma, tumor, and infection. However, the surgical approach (anterior vs. posterior) and perioperative safety may vary among regions due to differences in patient characteristics, surgeon experience, and healthcare infrastructure. This study aimed to clarify regional variations in approach selection and perioperative outcomes for cervical surgery in Japan using the nationwide registry of the Japanese Spinal Instrumentation Society Database (JSIS-DB).
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