The Spine Journal
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 169-173 , February 2009

Minimally invasive retrieval of a bullet from the L5–S1 neural foramina after transperitoneal gunshot wound

Received 6 November 2007 ,Accepted 11 March 2008.

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 FDA device/drug status: approved for this indication (META-RA tubular retractor).

 The authors do not have a financial relationship that creates, or may be perceived as creating, a conflict related to this article.

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doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2008.03.008

The Spine Journal
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 169-173 , February 2009

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