Complications Associated With Minimally Invasive Anterior to the Psoas (ATP) Fusion of the Lumbosacral Spine

Conclusions. MIS-ATP approach provides a safe access to anterolateral interbody fusions between T12-S1. The ATP approach is performed by the spine surgeon, does not require neuromonitoring, and warrants minimal to no psoas muscle retraction resulting in significantly reduced postoperative thigh pain and rare neurologic injuries. Additionally, the direct and clear visualization of the retroperitoneal vasculature provided by the ATP approach minimizes the risk of inadvertent vascular injury. Level of Evidence: 4
Source: Spine - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: CLINICAL CASE SERIES Source Type: research