Anterior Lumbar Spinal Fusion

Procedures

Anterior Lumbar Spinal Fusion

(Includes mini-open approach, laparoscopic and thoracoscopic techniques, endoscopic fusions, and endoscopic micro disc surgery)

Procedure performed to reduce back or leg pain caused by natural degeneration of disc space. Through an incision in the abdomen, a portion of the affected disc space is removed and replaced with an implant that may or may not be supported by screws and rods inserted at the back of the spine.

(Pre-operation guidelines) (Post-operation guidelines English | Spanish)