Comparison of Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion and Posterolateral Lumbar Fusion in Monosegmental Vacuum Phenomenon within an Intervertebral Disc.

CONCLUSIONS: No significant differences in clinical results and union rates were found between PLIF and PLF patients. Selection of the operation technique will reflect the surgeon's preferences and patient condition. PMID: 26949464 [PubMed]

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26949464?dopt=Abstract

Source: Asian Spine Journal - March 8, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Asian Spine J Source Type: research