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Cone Beam Intraoperative Computed Tomography-based Image Guidance for Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Interbody Fusion
Published on: August 6, 2019
Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: 2-Dimensional Surgical Video
Joseph H McMordie1, Eric X Chen1, Landon D Ehlers1
1Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, University of Nebraska, Omaha, Nebraska.
Abstract:
This operative video is a detailed look at minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion. We provide a step-by-step guide with appropriate narration and operative video to enhance the educational experience. We review clinical and radiographic evaluation, patient positioning, intraoperative navigation, localization, percutaneous pedicle screw placement, minimally invasive approach, disc space preparation, placement of interbody device, and closure. By presenting up-to-date minimally invasive and intraoperative navigation techniques, this video provides educational benefit to all neurosurgeons regardless of training level.
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