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Spinal fusion - series: Incision

 Incision

Spinal fusion - series
Illustrations:

  • Normal anatomy
  • Indications
  • Incision
  • Procedure: Posterolateral gutter fusion
  • Interbody cage fusion
  • Pedicle screw
  • Different incisions are made depending on the area to be treated. The approach can be made either from the front (anterior), from the back (posterior), or both.

    Update Date: 12/12/2008

    Updated by: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Thomas N. Joseph, MD, Private Practice specializing in Orthopaedics, subspecialty Foot and Ankle, Camden Bone & Joint, Camden, SC. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (5/12/2008).

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