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SURGICAL VS NON-SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF LUMBAR DISC PROLAPSE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF RANDOMIZED AND OBSERVATIONAL STUDIES (2010–2025)
Mustafa Habeeb Alshawi*, Professor Thamer A. Hamdan, Dr. Darren Lui
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Background: Lumbar disc prolapse is a common cause of low back and radicular leg pain. This review evaluates the effectiveness of surgical versus non-surgical treatment in improving pain and function. Methods: A systematic review of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCT) and cohort studies published between 2010 and 2025 was conducted using The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Results: Surgical treatment shows faster short-term relief, while long-term outcomes are similar across both groups. Conclusion: Both treatments are effective, with surgery offering quicker recovery; treatment should be tailored to patient needs.
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