An Update in Complication Rates Associated With Anterior Lumbar Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Tariq Ziad IssaTeeto EzeonuMason SelligChester J DonnallyRajkishen NarayananBrian A KaramianParthik D PatelSrikanth Naga DiviWilliam A RobinsonKartik ShenoyChristopher K KeplerAlexander R VaccaroJose A CansecoPublished in: Global spine journal (2024)
While anterior lumbar surgery provides numerous benefits, surgeons and patients alike should be aware of the complication and safety profile prior to surgery. High quality studies are warranted to help elucidate the true benefit of certain techniques and adjuvant resources in reducing complications.