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What is surgery for l5 s1 isthmic spondylolisthesis like?

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Fusion: The success is higher with a fusion in this case. Whether there should also be a decompression depends on the findings on clinical exam and on imaging of any significant nerve compression. Overall, success rate should be 90% if not a smoker.

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Answered 2/1/2019

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