ANTERIOR LUMBAR INTERBODY FUSION
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ANTERIOR LUMBAR INTERBODY FUSION

J Turk Spinal Surg 2013;24(3):247-252
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Abstract

Anterior lumbar interbody fusion has been developing in parallel with industrial development during the last 20 years, and nowadays is becoming more popular at the L2–5 level. As the technique develops, the advantages are increasing and complications related to the approach are decreasing. In this review, the technical details and methods to protect from complications are underlined.

Keywords: ALIF, discogenic lower back and leg pain, sagittal balance.