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Outcomes for Single-Level Lumbar Fusion.

Authors :
Cahill, Kevin S.
Chi, John H.
Groff, Michael W.
McGui, Kevin
Afendulis, Christopher C.
Claus, Elizabeth B.
Source :
Spine (03622436). 12/15/2011, Vol. 36 Issue 26, p2354-2362. 9p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article presents a retrospective study which aims to identify the risk of repeat fusion and the medical costs for single-level lumbar fusion with the use of bone morphogenetic protein (BMP). Findings reveal that BMP was associated in the decline of repeat fusion risk by 1.1%. Meanwhile, the cost analysis determined the link of BMP in the increased expenditure for surgical operation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03622436
Volume :
36
Issue :
26
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Spine (03622436)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
70587391
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e31820bc9e5