Table 4 Comparison of complications between the two groups
OLIF group | PLIF group | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|
Transient thigh pain and/or numbness | 3 | 1 | 0.014 |
Transient thigh flexion weakness | 2 | 1 | 0.034 |
Dural tear | 1 | 6 | 0.04 |
Postoperative epidural hematoma | 0 | 2 | 0.094 |
Incision infection, poor healing | 0 | 5 | 0.013 |
Peritoneal injury | 1 | 0 | 0.215 |
Cage sinking | 3 | 1 | 0.014 |
Intermuscular venous thrombosis | 0 | 4 | 0.023 |