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Extreme lateral interbody fusion (X-LIFT) spine surgery is a minimally invasive procedure approached from the side of the body. The approach may allow for a faster, less painful recovery and reduced hospital stay as less muscle tissue is disrupted during surgery. The X-LIFT minimally invasive spinal surgery procedure may be used to treat herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, and spinal deformities (such as scoliosis).
Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion Procedure
With the patient positioned on his or her side, two incisions are made. The first incision will be made on the side of the body and another will be made behind the first toward the back. Most of the surgery performed will be done through the initial incision and the surgeon will help guide any instrumentation using the second incision. Disc tissue on the affected disc is removed to allow bones to be fused together. An implant designed to stabilize the disc space is inserted to restore the disc height and provide support. Additional screws, rods, or plates may also be used to create further stabilization of the vertebrae.
At University Spine Associates, all options are discussed and a custom tailored approach is utilized to try and maximize good outcomes with the least amount of risks.
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