Novel Simultaneous Decompression Through Single-stage Mini-thoracotomy for Concurrent Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament and Ossification of the Ligamentum Flavum at the Same Thoracic Level: A Technical Report and Literature Review

Conclusion. This novel surgical technique is considered to be able to be a safe and effective alternative to the conventional treatment of selective cases of thoracic myelopathy caused by concurrent OPLL and OLF at the same thoracic level. Level of Evidence: 4
Source: Spine - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: SURGERY Source Type: research