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I need a lp but have lp shunt. two docs disagree on how. under fluoro or blind? i have no preference, but is there a standard recommendation?

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No "right" answer: If you have no arthritis, are relatively slender, and have not had a low back surgery then blind should be straightforward. Many docs default to fluoro as it makes then localization a "no brainer".

Answered 2/23/2013

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A member asked:

I need a lp but have lp shunt. two docs disagree on how. under fluoro or blind? i have no preference, but is there a standard recommendation?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

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