Surgical Details (88 pts, 178 levels)
| Midline (n = 42) | Paraspinal (n = 46) | |
|---|---|---|
| Operative time | 150 (120 – 240) | 120 (90 – 180) |
| Hospital stay | 2.6 days (1 to 5 days) | 1.8 days (1 to 3 days) |
| Blood loss | 350 (100 – 500) | 300 (50 – 400) |
| Levels stabilized | ||
| One | 15 | 16 |
| Two | 23 | 26 |
| Three | 4 | 4 |
| Follow-up | 18 months (12 months to 36 months) | |