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What are the success rates for back surgery?
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Impossible Request: There are probably a dozen common back surgeries and a hundred less common procedures. Your question is impossible to answer as stated.
Answered 3/25/2015
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Varies: It varies tremendously based upon the nature of the condition you have and also the type of surgery proposed. Don't hesitate to see a specialist and discuss the specifics of your individual case.
Answered 5/15/2017
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