6 Committee comments

6 Committee comments

6.1 There are a number of different approaches used for this procedure, which are associated with different risk profiles. These include the possibility of damage to major blood vessels.

6.2 Nerve monitoring is increasingly being used with the intention of reducing neurological injury.

6.3 This procedure is also used to treat back pain with sciatica, and scoliosis.

  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)