Efficacy of minimally invasive tubular approaches for management of the lumbar spinal synovial cysts: a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: The treatment of lumbar spinal synovial cysts (LSCs) which are relatively rare but can cause neurogenic dysfunction and intractable pain has been a controversial topic for many years. Surgical excision of LSCs is the standard treatment for patients in whom conservative treatment options fail. This meta-analysis was undertaken to compare clinical outcomes between minimally invasive approaches using tubular retractors (microscopic vs. endoscopic) and traditional percutaneous approaches for LSCs. Studies reporting surgical management of LSCs were searched in the Cochrane Library, PubMed and Web of Science database. This meta-analysis was reported following the PRISMA Statement, registered in Prospero (CRD42021288992). A total of 1833 patients were included from both the related relevant studi

SUBMITTER: Chen Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10631136 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature