Meralgia paresthetica following prone position in posterior lumbar spinal surgery: Case series and review of the literature

Highlights • Meralgia paresthetica is a sequelae of posterior spinal surgery. • Surgery length, blood loss, obesity, and diabetes increase the risk of MP. • Treatment includes physical therapy, nerve block, lidocaine patches, and medication.

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Published in:Interdisciplinary neurosurgery : Advanced techniques and case management 2017-06, Vol.8 (C), p.84-88
Main Authors: Majmundar, Neil J, Shastri, Darshan, Assina, Rachid, Goldstein, Ira M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bernhardt-Roth syndrome
Jackson table
Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve
Medical Education
Meralgia paresthetica
Neurosurgery
Posterior spinal surgery
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Summary:Highlights • Meralgia paresthetica is a sequelae of posterior spinal surgery. • Surgery length, blood loss, obesity, and diabetes increase the risk of MP. • Treatment includes physical therapy, nerve block, lidocaine patches, and medication.
ISSN:2214-7519
2214-7519
DOI:10.1016/j.inat.2016.05.001