Spinal Fusion
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Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure aimed at joining two or more vertebrae in the spine to eliminate movement between them. This is often considered for individuals suffering from conditions like degenerative disc disease, spinal instability, or severe spinal deformities. The goal is to reduce pain, stabilize the spine, and restore normal function. Spinal fusion may also be performed following trauma or previous surgeries that have not resolved the underlying issues.
The procedure typically involves making an incision in the back or neck, depending on the area being treated. The surgeon removes any damaged tissue or discs and then places bone graft material between the vertebrae to encourage them to fuse together. This may be supplemented with metal implants or rods for additional stability. Patients can expect a hospital stay followed by a recovery period, during which they will gradually resume normal activities.
While spinal fusion can lead to significant pain relief and improved mobility, there are potential risks associated with the surgery. Common risks include infection, blood loss, and complications related to anesthesia. Additionally, some patients may experience limited mobility at the fused segment or may not achieve the desired level of pain relief. It’s important for individuals to discuss these factors with their healthcare provider to understand the specific implications for their situation.
Advancements in Spinal Fusion Techniques for Better Patient Outcomes
This research paper reviews the advancements in surgical techniques for lumbar spinal fusion - a procedure used to correct issues with the small bones in the spine (vertebrae). These techniques, known...Advancements in Spinal Fusion: Benefits of Robotic Surgery Techniques
The research paper is about a new method for performing spinal surgery, specifically for deformities. Usually, these surgeries involve repositioning the patient multiple times, but with this new metho...Advancements in Spinal Fusion: How Interbody Cages Improve Surgery
This paper reviews the advancements and challenges in the design of spinal interbody cages (ICs) - tools used in spine surgeries to help bones fuse together. Since the late 1980s, these devices have b...Attrax Putty Vs. Autograft: Spinal Fusion Study Results Explained
This research study was conducted to determine whether a synthetic ceramic product called AttraX Putty is as effective as using a patient's own bone (autograft) in a type of spine surgery called poste...Benefits of Same-Day Physical Therapy After Spinal Fusion Surgery
This study looked at when it is best to start physical therapy after a patient has had spinal surgery. They compared two groups of patients; those who started physical therapy on the same day as their...Cervical Spinal Fusion: Trends, Reasons, and Patient Outcomes
This research paper analyzed data from New York State between 1997 and 2012 to study trends in cervical spinal fusion surgeries (operations where parts of the neck spine are joined together). During t...Challenges of Spinal Fusion Surgery in Osteopathia Striata Patients
This research paper discusses a rare condition called Osteopathia striata with cranial sclerosis (OSCS). This condition involves unusual bone formation in the spine and skull, among other abnormalitie...Comparing Anterior and Posterior Approaches in Spinal Fusion Surgery
This research paper compares two methods of spine fusion surgery, the anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) and the posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF). The study looked at 373,585 patients who...Comparing Decompression Alone Vs. Fusion for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
This research paper analyzed previous studies in order to compare the effectiveness of two different surgical techniques used to treat lower back pain due to lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS): decompressio...Comparing Growth-Friendly and Fusion Surgeries for Child Congenital
This research study compares two types of surgery used to treat long-spanned congenital scoliosis (a curvature of the spine present from birth) in children aged 9 to 11. The first type of surgery is k...Comparing Growth-Friendly Surgery and Posterior Spinal Fusion for Child
This research study compares two types of surgery used to treat long-spanned congenital scoliosis (a curvature of the spine present from birth) in children aged 9 to 11. The first type of surgery is k...Comparing Ilif and Mi-Tlif: Which Spine Surgery Is Right for You?
This study looked at the effectiveness and safety of two minimally invasive spine surgery techniques: endoscopic assisted intra-foraminal lumbar interbody fusion (iLIF) and minimally invasive transfor...Computer-Assisted Navigation in Spinal Fusion: Benefits and Risks
This research paper examines how using computer-assisted navigation during spinal fusion surgery affects the success of the operation and the risk of complications. The study found that while surgerie...Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Spinal Fusion Surgery Outcomes
This study was conducted to determine if a substance called platelet-rich plasma (PRP), often used in orthopedic surgeries and treatments for spinal problems, is effective in spinal fusion surgeries. ...Effective Spinal Fusion Surgery for Cerebral Palsy Patients Explained
This study looked at the results of a specific type of spinal surgery in patients with cerebral palsy (CP). Traditionally, patients with CP who had spinal issues would need two types of fusion surgery...Effective Surgery Options for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Treatment
This study looked at how effective different types of surgery are for treating a condition called lumbar spinal stenosis, where the spinal canal in your lower back narrows. The researchers looked at a...Exploring Improved Materials for Spinal Fusion Surgery Success
People suffering from an unstable spine can be treated with a surgery known as interbody fusion. This procedure can be expensive and complex due to the use of materials like titanium or a plastic call...Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion: Safe Revision for Spinal Surgery
This study assessed the effectiveness and safety of a surgical technique called extreme lumbar interbody fusion (XLIF) in revising previous spinal surgeries. The researchers examined past cases where ...Impact of Hospital Competition on Lumbar Spinal Fusion Outcomes
This research paper investigates the relationship between competition among hospitals and the outcomes of lumbar spinal fusion surgery. The study used a dataset of patients who underwent this surgery,...Impact of Resilience on Recovery After Lumbar Spinal Fusion Surgery
This research paper studies how a patient's mental and emotional resilience before lumbar spinal fusion surgery can impact their recovery up to a year after the procedure. The researchers studied pati...Impact of Spinal Fusion Surgery on Adjacent Disc Health Explained
This research paper studies how spinal fusion surgery may affect the health of the spinal discs located near the area where the surgery took place. Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure where two or mo...Improving Recovery After Spinal Fusion for Patients with Sleep Apnea
This research project aimed to test a new protocol for patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) who are recovering from spinal fusion surgery in a post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). 63 patients at h...Improving Spinal Curve with Minimally Invasive Lumbar Fusion Surgery
This study reviewed the results of different minimally invasive surgeries (MIS) to treat degenerative spinal conditions. The researchers looked at 23 studies that reported on the alignment of the spin...Improving Spinal Fusion Outcomes in Severe Adolescent Scoliosis
This study looked at the process of learning and improving in surgeries for severe adolescent scoliosis using a two-surgeon strategy. They looked at 105 patients who had a curvature of their spine (Co...Key Considerations for Successful Adult Spinal Fusion Surgery
This research paper highlights three main issues that often lead to complications in surgically treating adult spinal deformity. Firstly, it's crucial to carefully choose the right patients for surg...Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion: a Guide for Patients Considering
This research paper is about a less invasive surgical procedure known as lateral lumbar interbody fusion, which is used to treat common spine issues like instability, narrowing of the spinal canal, cu...Less Invasive Spinal Fusion: Benefits of Unilateral Lumbar Interbody
This research paper talks about a new surgical technique for fusing the lower sections of the spine, which is less invasive than the standard methods. The study involved 100 patients and results showe...Long-Term Outcomes of Spinal Fusion for Adolescent Scoliosis Patients
This paper reviews the long-term results of surgical treatments for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS), a common spinal deformity in young people. The authors looked at the outcomes of spinal fusio...Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion: Benefits and Risks Explained
This research paper discusses a recent trend in spinal surgery, known as minimally invasive spine arthrodesis (fusion). This technique has both pros and cons compared with traditional, more invasive s...Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion: Benefits and Techniques Explained
This research paper is about a surgical technique called transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF), which is used to operate on the lower back. The technique was first developed in the early 80s a...Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: a Future for Quicker Recovery
This research paper discusses the future of minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS), a type of surgery that allows for quicker recovery and less damage to the body than traditional methods. This type ...New L-Shaped Bone Anchor Improves Spinal Fusion Surgery Outcomes
This study looks at a new type of spinal bone anchor used in back surgeries that is shaped like an "L". This anchor is designed to lock into the outer layer of the spinal bones, which should make it m...Predicting Screw Loosening After Lumbar Spinal Fusion Surgery
This study aimed to determine if the shape of the endplate (a part in our spine) and the quality of the bone where a screw is inserted can predict if the screw will loosen after surgery to fuse togeth...Predicting Wound Infection Risk After Spinal Fusion Surgery
This research paper discusses a method to predict the chances of wound infection in patients after they undergo spinal fusion and internal fixation, a type of spine surgery. The researchers used stati...Recent Advances in Spinal Fusion Surgery for Neck Pain Relief
This research paper discusses the latest advancements in a surgical procedure known as anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion (ACDF), which helps to treat problems in the neck area. Over the years, t...Recurrent Back Pain After Spinal Fusion: Understanding Bone Overgrowth
This research paper talks about two patients who, despite having surgeries to relieve their lower back pain, experienced a rare problem: the bone in their spine grew back in a way that it started caus...Rising Rates and Costs of Lumbar Fusion Surgery for Back Conditions
This study examined the trends in rates and costs of lumbar fusion procedures in the US from 2004 to 2015. Lumbar fusion is a type of back surgery that is used to treat different spinal conditions. Th...Robotic Spinal Fusion: Enhancing Accuracy and Safety in Surgery
This research paper is an analysis of the effectiveness of different robotic systems used in spinal surgeries. The authors reviewed 46 studies involving 4 different robotic systems (Mazor X, ROSA, Exc...Robotic Spinal Fusion: Improving Precision and Safety in Surgery
This research paper discusses the rise in spinal surgeries, particularly those involving pedicle screws, due to an increasing number of cervical and lumbar spine disorders caused by aging and changing...Robotic Systems Enhance Accuracy in Spinal Fusion Surgery
This study looked at how effective robotic systems and image-guided navigation are in helping surgeons accurately place screws during spinal fusion surgery. They looked at a number of studies, focussi...Safe and Effective Spinal Fusion Discharge for Cerebral Palsy Patients
This study looked at the outcomes of two different discharge methods after back surgery for patients with severe cerebral palsy (CP). One group of patients was discharged using a traditional method, w...Safety of Anterior Lumbar Fusion Vs. Extreme Lateral Fusion Surgery
This research paper reviews the safety of two types of spinal surgery, anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) and extreme lateral transpsoas interbody fusion (ELIF), which are used to treat degenerat...Same-Day Vs. Staged Spinal Fusion: Which Is Better for Patients?
This research paper is about a study that compared two types of spine surgery: same-day surgery versus staged (or spaced out) surgery. The goal was to see which method was better for patients and more...Spinal Fusion for Cervical Osteomyelitis: Safety and Success Rates
This research paper looks into the safety of using surgical tools in treating a bone infection in the neck area, known as cervical osteomyelitis. The researchers were concerned that bacteria could inf...Spinal Fusion Options for Degenerative Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Recovery
This research paper looked at two different methods of treating degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis, a condition that narrows the spinal canal and puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. The two ...Spinal Fusion Outcomes for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: Key
This study looked at how people with the neuromuscular disorder multiple sclerosis (MS) fare after a type of spinal surgery called a "long segment fusion". This is a procedure where four or more verte...Spinal Fusion Risks for Kidney Transplant Patients: What to Know
This study looks at the outcomes of spinal surgeries in patients who have previously had a kidney transplant. The research shows that these patients often face more complications, have a longer stay i...Spinal Fusion Success Rates: How Modic Changes Impact Healing
This research aimed to examine the success rates of spinal fusion in patients with different types of spinal changes, known as modic changes (MCs). The researchers collected and analyzed data from sev...Spinal Fusion Surgery for Adolescent Scoliosis: What to Expect
This research study looked at how well adolescent patients with a condition called idiopathic scoliosis, a curvature of the spine, walk after having surgery to straighten and stabilize their spine. Th...Spinal Fusion Surgery for Thoracic Tuberculosis: What You Need to Know
The study examines a type of surgery for a specific spinal condition caused by tuberculosis. Traditionally, this surgery involves two parts: removing the infected areas and then fusing the spine both ...Spinal Fusion Surgery Rates in Adults with Low Back Pain Explained
This research paper compares the rate of spinal fusion surgery between two groups of people with lower back pain. The first group participated in a digital musculoskeletal (MSK) program, which is a ty...Spinal Fusion Surgery Trends for Marfan Syndrome Patients Explained
This study looks at the trends in spinal fusion surgery for patients with Marfan syndrome (MFS), a rare genetic disorder that can cause deformities in the spine. The researchers analyzed data from a n...Spinal Fusion Surgery: Can the Body Heal Without Extra Support?
This research study aimed to understand whether the body can naturally restore stability to the spine over time, following certain types of surgery. The study was conducted on sheep and specifically l...Spinal Fusion Surgery: Impact on Hip Replacement Outcomes and Risks
This research paper investigates the differences in complications and functional outcomes in patients who have had a spinal fusion surgery and are now undergoing a Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA), a hip ...Spinal Fusion Surgery: Improving Quality of Life for Elderly Patients
This research paper focuses on the impact of a surgical procedure called spinopelvic correction on elderly patients with spinal deformities. The study looked at adults aged 45 and older who underwent ...Spinal Fusion Surgery: L5 Vs. Sacrum for Adult Deformity Treatment
This study looks at the best place to end a spinal fusion surgery for adults with spinal deformities. The researchers compared fusing the spine at the L5 vertebra versus the sacrum (the base of the sp...Spinal Fusion Vs. Decompression Alone for Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
This research paper is about a study that compared two types of surgeries for treating a spinal condition called degenerative lumbar spondylolisthesis. The two methods compared were decompression plus...Spinal Fusion Vs. Decompression Surgery for Lumbar Stenosis Relief
This study looked back at data from a previous research project that involved multiple medical centers. The goal was to see if there was any additional benefit to fusing the spine, as compared to just...Spinal Fusion Vs. Motion-Preservation: Which Is Better for You?
This research paper is about a study that compared two types of surgical procedures for lower back problems. The first type is known as fusion, where two or more vertebrae are joined together. The sec...Success Rates of Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion for Spinal Issues
This research paper is about a surgical procedure called Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF), often used for treating certain spinal conditions. The authors wanted to understand how often this sur...Top 25 Most Cited Articles on Lateral Lumbar Spinal Fusion
This research paper analyzes the 25 most-cited articles on a surgical procedure called "lateral lumbar interbody fusion" which is becoming a popular alternative to traditional spine surgeries. The aut...Trends in Spinal Fusion Surgery for Neurofibromatosis Patients
This research examined trends in spinal fusion surgery for patients with Neurofibromatosis type I (NF-1), a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerve tissue. The study looked at 548 patient...Trends in Spinal Fusion Surgery Rates and Costs in Italy
This study investigates the trend in the rate and cost of spinal fusion surgeries in Italy's Lombardy Region, from 2001 to 2010. The researchers found that there was a significant increase in both the...Understanding Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion for Lower Back Issues
This research paper discusses a surgical procedure called Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF). This method is used for fusing the lumbar spine (lower back) and is typically used for various back p...Understanding Anterior Odontoid Fusion for Spine Fractures
This research paper discusses a technique used for fixing unstable fractures in a part of the spine called the odontoid. The method, known as anterior odontoid screw fixation, has a low risk of compli...Understanding Expandable Cages in Spinal Fusion Surgery Outcomes
This research paper is essentially a review of the scientific literature on the use of expandable cages in spinal fusion surgeries. These cages, which have been in use since the early 2000s, are used ...Understanding Hemoglobin Levels and Blood Transfusions After Spinal
This study looked at factors that could affect when a patient reaches their lowest level of hemoglobin (a protein in your blood cells that carries oxygen) after having surgery for adolescent idiopathi...Understanding Occipitocervical Fusion: Trends and Key Insights
This research paper is a review and analysis of literature about a specific type of neck surgery called occipitocervical fusion (OCF). The researchers looked at how the number of publications and cita...Understanding Risk Factors for Spinal Deformities After Long Instrumented
This research paper studies the risk factors for two types of spinal deformities: proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) and proximal junctional failure (PJF). The researchers looked back at the medical r...Understanding Sacroiliac Joint Pain After Spinal Fusion Surgery
This research paper is a review of existing studies on the pain and degeneration of the sacroiliac joint (SIJ), a joint in the lower back, that can occur after a surgical procedure called lumbosacral ...Understanding Sacropelvic Fixation for Spinal Fusion Surgery
This research paper is about a procedure called sacropelvic fixation, which is a type of surgery performed on the lower back and pelvis. This surgery is usually performed when there are serious issues...Understanding Spinal Fusion Complications in Adolescent Idiopathic
This research paper is about a study that looked at how effectively a modified version of the Clavien-Dindosink (CDS) classification system could be used to describe complications after a specific typ...Understanding Spinal Fusion for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
This research paper discusses adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, a condition where the spine curves abnormally. When the curve becomes severe, a surgical procedure called posterior spinal fusion is typi...Understanding Spinal Fusion for Treating Spinal Tuberculosis Safely
Spinal tuberculosis is treated surgically, typically with a procedure that involves cleaning the infected area, reconstructing the spinal stability, relieving pressure on the nerves, and correcting an...Understanding Spinal Fusion Research: Insights From Rabbit Models
This research paper examines different animal models used for studying spinal fusion, a surgical process that joins two or more vertebrae into a single structure. The choice of animal model depends on...Understanding Spinal Fusion Surgery: Bone Grafting and Fixation
This research paper seems to focus on the process of bone grafting and internal fixation in spinal fusion surgeries. Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure used to correct problems with the small bon...Understanding Spinal Fusion Surgery: Insurance Coverage and Access
This research paper examines how the use of spinal fusion surgery, a procedure that joins two or more vertebrae together, is spread across different groups who pay for health services in the United St...Understanding Spinal Fusion Surgery: Risks and Effectiveness Explained
This research paper analyzes the effectiveness of spinal fusion surgery, a common but expensive procedure that carries significant risk. The researchers found no high-quality reviews of the surgery an...Understanding Spinal Fusion: a Guide for Patients and Caregivers
The research paper discusses a surgical procedure known as occipitocervical fusion (OCF), which is performed to stabilize the junction between the skull and the neck. This is a complex surgery due to ...Understanding Spinal Fusion: a History of Lumbar Interbody Surgery
The research paper provides a historical overview of lumbar interbody fusion surgery, a common type of spinal fusion surgery. It traces the development of this surgery from its early days in the 19th ...Understanding Spinal Fusion: Devices and Advances in Neurosurgery
This research paper reviews various types of devices used in spinal surgeries, such as rigid fixation, total disc replacement, and dynamic stabilization systems. The effectiveness and suitability of t...Understanding Spinal Fusion: Impact on Pelvic Anatomy in Adults
This research paper is about a study conducted on 80 patients who underwent surgery for adult spine deformity. The surgery involved long fusion to the sacrum with iliac screws. The researchers were in...Understanding Spinal Fusion: Insights From Sheep Studies for Better
This research paper talks about experiments done on sheep to study new spine fusion treatments before they are tried on humans. The researchers noticed that previous studies on this topic did not cons...Understanding Spinal Fusion: Preventing Proximal Junctional Kyphosis
Spinal fusion is a surgery to connect two or more vertebrae in your spine, eliminating any movement between them. However, this procedure can sometimes lead to a problem called proximal junctional kyp...Understanding Spinal Fusion: Risks and Complications After Surgery
This research paper is about the complications that can occur after surgery for adult spinal deformity, particularly when long fusion constructs are used. The researchers used a previously established...Understanding Spinal Fusion: Risks of Surgical Site Infections in ICU
This study looked at patients who had undergone a specific type of back surgery, known as posterior spinal fusion (PSF), and who needed to be admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) afterwards. The ...Understanding Spinal Fusion: the Hartshill Horseshoe Implant History
This research paper looks at the history and development of a specific type of spinal implant, known as the Hartshill Horseshoe. This implant is used in a procedure called anterior lumbar interbody fu...Understanding Spinal Fusion: the Role of Nurses in Safe Surgery
This research paper discusses the role of an RN circulator, a type of nurse, in a specific type of back surgery called minimally invasive spinal fusion. The job of the RN circulator is to make sure th...Understanding Trends and Outcomes in Pediatric Neuromuscular Scoliosis
This research paper looks at how recent changes in technology and surgical techniques have affected the treatment of pediatric neuromuscular scoliosis (NMS), a condition that affects the spines of chi...Understanding Unplanned Hospital Readmissions After Spinal Fusion
This research paper is about the unplanned re-hospitalizations of adults with spine deformities after they have had corrective surgery. The study looked at adults who had a specific type of spine surg...