Impact of a standardized perioperative care protocol on functional and radiographic outcomes following transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for degenerative spondylolisthesis: a 2-year randomized controlled trial.

Authors: Zhao Y, Wu J, Zhang Z, Wang Y, Li B.

DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2025.1679851

Abstract Summary

A standardized perioperative care protocol significantly improved outcomes in patients undergoing spinal fusion for degenerative spondylolisthesis. The 382-patient trial showed enhanced functional recovery, better fusion rates, improved quality of life, and shorter hospital stays compared to conventional care—demonstrating that comprehensive, protocol-driven approaches optimize spine surgery results.

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Standardized perioperative care protocol significantly improves 2-year outcomes after spinal fusion surgery, including better function, pain relief, fusion rates, and shorter hospital stays versus routine care.

License: CC BY.

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