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What is endoscopic spine surgery? is it less invasive than having rods put in your back with pins on each side?

Q: what is endoscopic spine surgery? is it less invasive than having rods put in your back with pins on each side?

: Of course it is much less invasive but it can only be used in certain spine conditions and it can't replace some extensive procedures as you noted.

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Of course it is much less invasive but it can only be used in certain spine conditions and it can't replace some extensive procedures as you noted.

Answered 9/27/2022

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What is endoscopic spine surgery? is it less invasive than having rods put in your back with pins on each side?

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