Search for dissertations about: "Katarina Silverplats"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Katarina Silverplats.

2. 1. Long-term outcome of lumbar disc herniation surgery. Studies on different influencing factors

   Author : Katarina Silverplats; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Lumbar disc herniation surgery; clinical outcome; long-term follow-up; scar formation; expectation; satisfaction; predictive factors; health related quality of life HRQoL ;

   Abstract : Background: A majority of patients suffering from sciatica caused by lumbar disc herniation experience a positive natural history and respond well to non-surgical treatment. Patients who fail conservative treatment and are treated surgically have been reported to get satisfactory result in about 70-90% in short-term (1-2 year) follow-up. READ MORE