Despite the consensus generated in this study, our current understanding remains limited by a lack of high-level evidence as well as the numerous complex variables influencing treatment decision making. High-quality, multicenter randomized controlled trials, particularly those directly comparing specific surgical treatment methods while controlling for underlying risk factors, are needed to address these areas of uncertainty.
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