| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6043118 | World Neurosurgery | 2016 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The literature suggests that patients presenting for spinal fusion may benefit from correction of vitamin D deficiency to maximize the chance of a successful arthrodesis and to achieve optimal surgical outcomes. Future prospective studies are needed to determine whether routine preoperative treatment of this metabolic derangement is warranted.
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Authors
Panagiotis Kerezoudis, Lorenzo Rinaldo, Doniel Drazin, David Kallmes, William Krauss, Ahmed Hassoon, Mohamad Bydon,