Percutaneous lumbar discectomy.
The role of percutaneous lumbar discectomy as an adjunct in the treatment of herniated lumbar discs has become increasingly recognized. This article discusses its history, indications, techniques, and results.
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George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC.
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