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Clinical Practice in Spine Surgery: An International Survey.
Jordi Pérez-Bovet1, Maria Buxó2, Jordi Rimbau Muñoz1,3
1Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Dr. Josep Trueta, Girona, Spain.
Journal of Neurological Surgery. Part A, Central European Neurosurgery
|December 13, 2021
Summary
Spine surgeons primarily use evidence-based, established surgical techniques for common diagnoses. This survey reveals a pragmatic, real-world approach to spine condition management among specialists.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic Surgery
- Spine Surgery Practice
Background:
- Limited high-level evidence exists for diverse spine surgical options.
- Real-world surgical practice data for spine conditions is scarce.
- Need to assess day-to-day clinical management of common spine diagnoses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey spine surgeons on their clinical management of common spine diagnoses.
- To understand real-world surgical practice in spine care.
- To contextualize surgical practice with available evidence.
Main Methods:
- Online survey distributed to neurosurgeons and orthopaedic surgeons globally.
- Analysis of survey responses regarding common surgical practices.
- Review of best available evidence to contextualize findings.
Main Results:
- Over 310 surgeons from various international societies responded.
- Surgical practice is generally evidence-based, favoring proven techniques.
- Comprehensive treatment is provided for severe spine diagnoses, mainly by specialized neurosurgeons in teaching hospitals.
Conclusions:
- The survey provides valuable insights into the pragmatic, day-to-day management of spine conditions.
- Findings reflect current real-world surgical approaches to spine care.
- This study offers an informative perspective for surgeons involved in spine treatment.
