Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure that involves joining two or more vertebraetogether in the spine. This is typically done to alleviate pain caused by conditions such as spondylolisthesi…
WEBExtreme lateral interbody fusion (XLIF) is a minimally invasive procedure performed through the side of the body to treat spinal disorders and reduce long-term back or leg pain that has not responded to other treatments, such as steroid injections, physical therapy and pain medication.
WEBThe Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) is a useful procedure for a number of conditions that require fusion of the lumbar spine such as degenerative conditions, instability, and deformity of the lumbar spine.
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Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) Surgery | UPMC
WEBXLIF, or eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion, is a minimally invasive spinal fusion surgery. UPMC neurosurgeons offer this state-of-the-art surgery to treat many common spine problems. In traditional spine surgery, the neurosurgeon makes an incision on the front or back of the body to reach the patient's spine. The neurosurgeon may need to cut or ...
WEBThe XLIF® (eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion) procedure provides relief to patients who cannot tolerate a larger, open back surgery because of the increased risks of longer anesthesia time, blood loss, hospitalization, and recovery.
