European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
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To provide lumbar spine anatomical parameters relevant to the UBE technique and explore their intraoperative application. ⋯ Referring to the drill diameter during surgery can mark the extent of laminotomy. The characteristics of vertebral plate angles at different lumbar levels can provide references for preoperative incision design.
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Trial data shows modest reductions in leg pain, disability and surgery avoidance following epidural steroid injections (ESI) for severe sciatica. Despite their common use, there is no clear evidence about which patients are more likely to benefit from ESI. The aim of this study was to generate consensus on potential predictors of outcome following ESI for disc-related sciatica. ⋯ Based on expert consensus, items that can be routinely collected in clinical practice were identified as potential predictors of outcomes following ESI.