ISSN:
1432-0932
Keywords:
Key words Less invasive surgery
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Anterior/posterior lumbar fusion
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Donor site morbidity
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Computer ¶assisted surgery
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Cages
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Less invasiveness is the way forward for spinal surgery. Minimal disruption of tissue, preservation of muscle function, and restoration of normal spinal alignment are still the goals of most surgical procedures. An anterior lumbar fusion technique using a less invasive procedure with the addition of translaminar screws is described. The autograft is harvested from the vertebral body, thus avoiding the morbidity associated with an iliac crest bone graft. The operative steps for the procedure are described.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/PL00010025
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