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Offering in-depth coverage of an often-neglected topic, Revision Lumbar Spine Surgery identifies clinical problems and discusses recent major advances in this challenging area. Dr. Robert F. Heary and a team of international experts share their knowledge and experience with even the most difficult lumbar cases, helping you provide optimal outcomes for your patients. You’ll find authoritative guidance on indications, diagnosis, approaches, and follow-up, with a focus on the significant advances that have occurred over the past two decades in this fast-changing field. Table of Contents: - Anatomy & Physiology
- Complications
- Dural scar/repair issues
- Osteotomies (PSO)
- Vertebral column resection
- Deformity (sagittal/coronal)
- Decompression
- Instrumentation options
- Bone density issues
- Medical fitness concerns
- Approach considerations
- ALIF
- TLIF
- LLIF
- Indications
- Postoperative Considerations (orthoses, PT, etc.)
- Unilateral strut placements
- AP surgeries
- Autograft/allograft/cage
- Imaging considerations (MR, CT, myelography, plain films)
- Disc herniation (primary, recurrent, residual)
- Bony instability issues
- Neural compression issues
- Role for dorsal column stimulation
- Pain management
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