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Heterogeneity in imaging and morphologic factors has led to uncertainty in the identification of which lumbar herniations will resorb. Current factors that increase the likelihood of disk resorption include the initial size of the herniation, sequestration, percentage of rim enhancement on initial MRI, composition of cellular and inflammatory mediators present, and involvement of the posterior longitudinal ligament. This review article highlights the role of disk resorption after herniation without surgical intervention and questions the role of traditional noninflammatory medications after acute herniation. Further research is warranted to refine the ideal patient profile for disk resorption to ultimately avoid unnecessary treatment, thus individualizing patient care.
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Alexander L. Hornung
James D. Baker
G. Michael Mallow
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Rush University Medical Center
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www.synapsesocial.com/papers/69d9d205a1d151c65f6852c7 — DOI: https://doi.org/10.2106/jbjs.rvw.22.00148