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  • Journal: North American Spine Society Journal (NASSJ)
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Neighborhood socioeconomic disadvantage is not associated with adverse outcomes following elective spine surgery in older Veterans

Abstract: Background: In the US, over half of all cervical and lumbar arthrodesis spine surgeries are for people >= 60 years of age. The extent to which adverse outcomes vary by …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Trends of opioid use following anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: A 10-year longitudinal study of the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Background: The United States Veteran Health Administration (VHA) cares for a substantial group of patients who are at higher risk of substance abuse in comparison to the …

Physical Health Peer reviewed