Continuity of care in lumbar disc herniation: a systematic review and meta-analysis providing a deeper look into postoperative efficacy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lumbar disk herniation is a prevalent spinal disorder. Continuity of care ensures seamless, coordinated, and high-quality management across healthcare transitions to optimize outcomes and reduce readmission risk. Insufficient structured postoperative care programs after diskharge may hinder recovery, lower quality of life, and increase complication risks.

Objectives

This study aims to explore the significance of continuity of care in enhancing the recovery outcomes of patients with lumbar disk herniation post-surgery through a meta-analysis.

Methods

Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, we conducted an extensive search across several databases, including MEDLINE (PubMed), EMBASE, Web of Science

SUBMITTER: Lin Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12310576 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature