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Intertransverse process lumbar arthrodesis with autogenous bone graft

E G Dawson, M Lotysch, M R Urist

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Posterolateral intertransverse process lumbar arthrodesis achieved a 92% fusion rate for chronic low back pain. However, functional improvement varied, and prior surgery impacted success.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Neurosurgery
    • Spinal Surgery

    Background:

    • Chronic low back pain affects millions globally.
    • Surgical interventions like lumbar arthrodesis aim to alleviate pain and improve function.
    • Posterolateral intertransverse process lumbar arthrodesis is a specific surgical technique.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the success rate and functional outcomes of posterolateral intertransverse process lumbar arthrodesis.
    • To identify factors influencing surgical success and patient improvement.

    Main Methods:

    • Fifty-eight patients with chronic low back pain underwent posterolateral intertransverse process lumbar arthrodesis using autologous iliac bone graft.
    • Fusion rates, functional improvement (70-80%), and factors like prior surgery and donor site pain were assessed.

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    Main Results:

    • An overall fusion success rate of 92% was achieved.
    • Failures were most common at the L4-L5 level.
    • Economic and functional improvement ranged from 70% to 80%, not always correlating with fusion success.
    • Prior low back surgery significantly reduced success rates.
    • Iliac crest donor site discomfort lowered overall improvement.

    Conclusions:

    • Posterolateral intertransverse process lumbar arthrodesis is a highly satisfactory method for achieving lumbar fusion when indicated.
    • Achieving solid fusion does not guarantee a successful surgical outcome.
    • Patient history, particularly prior spinal surgery, is a critical factor in surgical success.