Decompression of the L5 nerve root may performed by intraspinal or paraspinal approaches.The L5 nerve root injury should be avioded during operation.

• 手术减压是其有效的治疗方法，它包括经椎管入路、椎管旁入路或椎管内、外联合入路，术中应注意神经结构的识别和保护。