Anterior Decompression + Fusion Surgery
I was recommended to Mr Akmal. I am very pleased with his service, the operation
Menu
A minimally invasive posterior lumbar interbody fusion for degenerative lumbar spine instabilities.
Eur Spine J. 2011 May;20 Suppl 1:S41-5
Authors: Logroscino CA, Proietti L, Pola E, Scaramuzzo L, Tamburrelli FC
Percutaneous techniques may be helpful to reduce approach-related morbidity of conventional open surgery. The aim of the study was to evaluate the feasibility and safety of mini-open posterior lumbar interbody fusion for instabilities and degenerative disc diseases. From May 2005 until October 2008, 20 patients affected by monosegmental instability and disc herniation underwent mini-open lumbar interbody fusion combined with percutaneous pedicle screw fixation of the lumbar spine. Clinical outcome was assessed using the Visual Analog Scale, Oswestry Disability Index, and Short Form Health Survey-36. The mean follow-up was 24 months. The mean estimated blood loss was 126 ml; the mean length of stay was 5.3 days; the mean operative time was 171 min. At 24-month follow-up, the mean VAS score was 2.1, mean ODI was 27.1%, and mean SF-36 was 85.2%. 80 screws were implanted in 20 patients. 74 screws showed very good position, 5 screws acceptable, and 1 screw unacceptable. A solid fusion was achieved in 17 patients (85%). In our opinion, mini-open TLIF is a valid and safe treatment of lumbar instability and degenerative disc diseases in order to obtain faster return to daily activities.
PMID: 21445617 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
I was recommended to Mr Akmal. I am very pleased with his service, the operation
I cannot see any way in which you could improve any of your services! The
This surgical technique consists of a percutaneous approach for the treatment of small to medium size hernias of the intervertebral disc by laser energy. The main objective is to reduce the intradiscal pressure in the nucleus pulposus
The London Spine Unit was established in 2005 and has successfully treated over 5000 patients. All conditions are treated.
The London Spine Unit specialises in Minimally Invasive Treatments allowing rapid recovery and return to normal function
The London Spine Unit provides the highest quality care to all patients and has VIP services for those seeking exceptional services
If you have any emergency Doctor’s need, simply call our 24 hour emergency
Call Now
Your consultation and treatment will be performed by a top accredited consultant.
Schedule your appointment now!