In conclusion, we found that about 1 out of 4 patients after primary lumbar disk herniation surgery had a serious complication in the first follow up year that prompted further medical treatment. There is a wide variation in registered complication rates between hospitals with a trend that supports concentration of lumbar disk herniation care. Studies on factors that predict postoperative complications and on factors that prevent these complications are needed.
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