Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4059842 | The International Journal of Spine Surgery | 2012 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Osteophytes at the L5-S1 junction can entrap the L5 nerve root. If nonoperative treatment fails, the osteophyte can be excised and the nerve can be safely decompressed through an anterior retroperitoneal approach.
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Authors
Thomas Louis MD, Michael S. MD,