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Laminal fenestration for the treatment of lumbar nerve root foraminal stenosis
1Department of Neurosurgery, Frenchay Hospital, Bristol, UK. emadfayek1@yahoo.com
British Journal of Neurosurgery
|December 25, 2002
Abstract:
A new technique is reported for the treatment of isolated lumbar nerve root foraminal stenosis. Nerve root decompression is performed via a 5-mm drill hole in the lamina immediately below the superior facet. This technique preserves spinal stability even if done at multiple levels. It also provides early mobility of the patient and subsequently shortens the hospital stay. The technical details are described.