Instrumented posterior lumbar interbody fusion (iPLIF) is a common spinal fusion surgical technique for addressing low back pain resulting from degenerative lumbar spine disorders.[1] It involves fusion of two or more levels utilizing screws, rods, and an interbody graft. It has a theoretical advantage over instrumented posterolateral fusion (iPLF) in that it provides better support for the vertebra along with several potential neurological benefits, but as of 2011 evidence demonstrating actual improved clinical outcomes was lacking.[1][2]
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| Specialty | Orthopaedic spine surgeon |
References
edit- ^ a b Zhou ZJ, Zhao FD, Fang XQ, Zhao X, Fan SW (September 2011). "Meta-analysis of instrumented posterior interbody fusion versus instrumented posterolateral fusion in the lumbar spine". J Neurosurg Spine. 15 (3): 295–310. doi:10.3171/2011.4.SPINE10330. PMID 21619404.
- ^ Lee CS, Hwang CJ, Lee DH, Kim YT, Lee HS (March 2011). "Fusion rates of instrumented lumbar spinal arthrodesis according to surgical approach: a systematic review of randomized trials". Clin Orthop Surg. 3 (1): 39–47. doi:10.4055/cios.2011.3.1.39. PMC 3042168. PMID 21369477.
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