Incidence and Risk Factors of Anterior Longitudinal Ligament Rupture After Posterior Corrective Surgery Using Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion for Adult Spinal Deformity

Conclusions: ALLR occurred in 10 patients (22%). XLIF and preexisting osteoporotic vertebral fracture were independent risk factors for ALLR. Overcorrection was observed in patients with ALLR.
Source: Journal of Spinal Disorders and Techniques - Category: Surgery Tags: Primary Research Source Type: research