Spine
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Meta-analysis. ⋯ Both staged and same-day spinal fusion surgeries showed comparable rates of death, operations, and nonhome discharges for patients undergoing spinal surgeries. However, given the increased OR time, LOS, and complications associated with staged spinal surgeries, this study supports same-day surgeries when possible to minimize the burden on healthcare resources and enhance efficiency.
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Retrospective comparative cohort. ⋯ The MHT was an independent predictor of immediate postsurgical recovery, while a mental disorder diagnosis was not. A preoperative MHT<40, may represent and additional risk factor that has not previously been identified in patients undergoing elective lumbar fusion.
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An observational registry-based study. ⋯ III.
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A retrospective, single-center, observational study. ⋯ 3.