Facetectomy Report for Patients Like You

What is Facetectomy?

An example of Facetectomy

A facetectomy is a surgical procedure involving the spine. It is the partial or whole removal of the facet joint(s), this is done to relieve nerve compression in the spinal column. By removing the facet joint(s), this may help to release impinged nerves and decrease back pain.

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Commonly reported side effects, conditions, and hospitalizations associated with Facetectomy

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