INDICATIONS AND ALTERNATIVES FOR FUSION IN THE LUMBOSACRAL SPINE
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INDICATIONS AND ALTERNATIVES FOR FUSION IN THE LUMBOSACRAL SPINE

J Turk Spinal Surg 2012;23(2):153-165
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Abstract

Stabilization and fusion of the lumbar spine may be performed using various anterior and posterior surgical techniques. Posterolateral fusion involving segmental instrumentation is a viable procedure for the treatment of lumbar instability. In cases requiring anterior column support, supplementary lumbar interbody fusion may provide support to the anterior column and improve the fusion rate and stability of the construct. In this study, we discuss the indications and surgical techniques for lumbar spine arthrodesis.

Keywords: Lumbosacral spine, fusion, anterior fusion, posterior fusion, indication