Neurosurgery
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Neurosurgery
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Lumbar pars defects are common in adolescent athletes and are often due to recurrent axial loading and traumatic stressors. ⋯ Percutaneous direct pars repair is a safe and effective means in treating young adolescents who have failed conservative management. The advantages included minimized muscle and soft tissue dissection, reduced blood loss, and early mobilization and recovery. In young athletes who desire return to high-level physical activity, this surgical technique is of particular benefit and should be considered in this patient population.