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Compares outcomes of microendoscopic laminotomy and fusion in degenerative spondylolisthesis, suggesting differing benefits.
Introduction: The optimal surgical strategy for degenerative spondylolisthesis remains controversial. This study compared 10-year outcomes of microendoscopic laminotomy (MEL) and fusion for single-level L4 degenerative spondylolisthesis, focusing on perioperative invasiveness, long-term clinical and radiographic changes, and reoperation-related outcomes.
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