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L5s1 protusion leg/back pain 11/52 footdrop 2/52.failed nerve block.i want to consider surgery but emg was normal.will nuero consider surgery now?
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Clinical call: Second opinion would be in order prior to considering a surgery to decompress the nerve root.
Answered 11/28/2013
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Surgery consider: The emg/ncv takes time to demonstrate the conclusive effects of nerve injury. With a major functional deficits, urgency in diagnosis and treatment improves outcome in long term nerve function. If there is a target at 45 disc or l5s1 foramen on the appropriate side, surgery is indicated.
Answered 11/30/2013
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