As healthcare information systems become increasingly crucial to clinical care and hospital operations, CIOs are under significant pressure to prioritize their resources appropriately. Many CIOs have asked me:
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Decompression surgery (laminectomy) removes the bony roof covering the spinal cord and nerves to create more space for them to move freely. Narrowing / stenosis of the spinal canal can cause chronic pain, numbness, and muscle weakness in your arms or legs (Fig. 1).