A new “keyhole” approach for multilevel anterior lumbar interbody fusion: the perinavel approach—technical note and literature review
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5659-0
Abstract: PurposeThe purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility and the safety of a new skin incision for minimally invasive anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF): the perinavel incision.MethodsDemographic and clinical data from patients who… read more here.
Keywords: skin incision; perinavel; lumbar interbody; incision ... See more keywords
How old is too old?: Matched analysis of geriatric patients undergoing anterior lumbar interbody fusion
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2021.107090
Abstract: STUDY DESIGN Retrospective Review INTRODUCTION/OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to utilize a national database to identify how age affects patient outcomes following anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF). There are no established age guidelines… read more here.
Keywords: age; interbody fusion; lumbar interbody; anterior lumbar ... See more keywords
Technical Approach, Outcomes and Exposure Related Complications in Patients Undergoing Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2020.06.129
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To describe our technique, evaluate access related complications and factors contributing to adverse outcomes in patients undergoing retroperitoneal anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF). METHODS Retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data on patients undergoing ALIF… read more here.
Keywords: exposure related; patients undergoing; lumbar interbody; related complications ... See more keywords
Approach Selection: Multiple Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion to Recreate Lumbar Lordosis Versus Pedicle Subtraction Osteotomy: When, Why, How?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.nec.2018.03.004
Abstract: Restoration of physiologic lumbar lordosis is a fundamental principle of spinal deformity surgery. Techniques using multilevel anterior lumbar interbody fusion or pedicle subtraction osteotomy (PSO) are described. Multilevel anterior lumbar interbody fusion provides a gradual… read more here.
Keywords: lumbar lordosis; lumbar; lumbar interbody; interbody fusion ... See more keywords
Worker's Compensation Status and Outcomes Following Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Prospective Observational Study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2017.04.123
Abstract: BACKGROUND Anterior lumbar-interbody fusion (ALIF) is a commonly performed procedure for degenerative spinal disorders with reasonable clinical and safety outcomes, although there is limited evidence regarding the impact of ALIF in patients receiving worker's compensation… read more here.
Keywords: fusion; anterior lumbar; worker compensation; lumbar interbody ... See more keywords
Costs associated with a 90-day Episode of Care following a Single-Level Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.12.117
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) is a commonly performed surgical procedure for the management of degenerative lumbar spine pathologies. Despite an increasing number of ALIFs being performed nationally, no study has evaluated the costs… read more here.
Keywords: day; single level; care; anterior lumbar ... See more keywords
Does osteoporosis affect the adjacent segments following anterior lumbar interbody fusion? A finite element study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2020.11.005
Abstract: BACKGROUND Adjacent segmental degeneration (ASD) is one of the common complications following anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF). Osteoporosis is becoming increasingly prevalent in elderly population. The patients undergoing ALIF may suffer from osteoporosis with age.… read more here.
Keywords: model; lumbar interbody; interbody fusion; anterior lumbar ... See more keywords
Content quality and audience engagement analysis of online videos for anterior lumbar interbody fusion.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.01.102
Abstract: OBJECTIVE For the majority of patients, the Internet constitutes the first source of health information influencing their medical decision-making. We aimed to assess the quality of the online videos regarding anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF).… read more here.
Keywords: interbody fusion; lumbar interbody; quality; discern score ... See more keywords
Management of lymphocele following anterior lumbar interbody fusion, case report and review of literature.
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DOI: 10.1080/02688697.2022.2120962
Abstract: While anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) is known as an established and safe procedure for treatment of degenerative disc disease, albeit rare, the development of postoperative intra-abdominal or retroperitoneal collection of lymph warrants timely diagnosis… read more here.
Keywords: lumbar interbody; management; interbody fusion; anterior lumbar ... See more keywords
Trends in Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion in the United States
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000000904
Abstract: Background: Although the incidence of spinal fusions has increased significantly in the United States over the last quarter century, national trends of anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) utilization are not known. Purpose: The objective of… read more here.
Keywords: fusion; trends anterior; lumbar interbody; united states ... See more keywords
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Integrated Screw Cages: Intrinsic Load Generation, Subsidence, and Torsional Stability
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DOI: 10.1111/os.12283
Abstract: To perform a repeatable idealized in vitro model to evaluate the effects of key design features and integrated screw fixation on unloaded surface engagement, subsidence, and torsional stability. read more here.
Keywords: integrated screw; anterior lumbar; subsidence torsional; torsional stability ... See more keywords