Multivariate regression models have been used as prediction mechanisms for postoperative outcomes in conditions such as spinal cord injury, stroke, and Parkinson’s disease.
However, to the best of our knowledge, this approach has not been applied to CSM.
The goal of this study was to investigate two different regression models, multivariate linear regression (MLR) and support vector regression (SVR), in a cohort of patients receiving decompressive surgery for CSM to develop a mathematical tool for predicting postoperative outcomes.
An accurate predictive model of functional outcomes would allow for optimal patient selection for surgery, realistic postoperative goals for patients, planning for environmental adjustments to accommodate the patient’s postoperative functional status, and preparation for appropriate rehabilitation procedures.