Comparative Outcome Data Using Different Techniques for Posterior Lumbar Fusion: A Large Single-Center Study
CONCLUSIONS: At 2 years postoperatively, there was no significant difference in clinical outcomes between open and minimally invasive techniques. These findings suggest that the main determinant of surgical approach should be surgeon preference and training.PMID:37788973 | DOI:10.31616/asj.2022.0448 (Source: Asian Spine Journal)
Source: Asian Spine Journal - October 3, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Daniel Lewis Shivan Marya Roberto Carrasco Silviu Sabou John Leach Source Type: research
How to manage a ureteral injury after anterior lumbar spine interbody fusion surgery
CONCLUSION: Although ureteral lesions during ALIF surgery are extremely uncommon, surgeons must be cautious when dissecting the retroperitoneal area. A methodical identification of the ureter might guarantee the security of each surgery, especially for patients who have undergone previous abdominal interventions.PMID:37774911 | DOI:10.1016/j.neuchi.2023.101503 (Source: Neuro-Chirurgie)
Source: Neuro-Chirurgie - September 29, 2023 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Henri-Arthur Leroy Pierre De Buck Gauthier Marcq Richard Assaker Source Type: research
