Risk Factors for Accidental Dural Tears in Spinal Surgery.

Background: Accidental dural tears (DTs) are familiar complications of spinal surgery. Their reported incidence varies widely, and several risk factors have been proposed in the literature. The aim of this study was to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the rate of DTs and assess their associated risk factors.

Clinical Outcome of Spine Surgery Complicated by Accidental Dural Tears: Meta-Analysis of the Literature.

Study Design: Systemic review and meta-analysis.

Objectives: Several studies have reported the impact of accidental dural tears (DT) on the outcome of spinal surgery, some with conflicting results. Therefore, the aim of this study was to carry out a systemic review and meta-analysis of the literature to establish the overall clinical outcome of spinal surgery following accidental DT.

A systematic review and meta-analysis on the management of accidental dural tears in spinal surgery: drowning in information but thirsty for a clear message.

Purpose: To systematically review the published techniques for dural tear (DT) repair in spinal surgery to determine the repair method associated with the lowest failure rate.

Method: A systematic literature search was conducted. Studies reporting the treatment of accidental DT in elective spinal surgery were selected and reviewed with regards to the incidence of DT, repair techniques and outcome.