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Draw-back technique safe and effective in slip reduction for isthmic spondylolisthesis
May 2014
Draw-back technique safe and effective in slip reduction for isthmic spondylolisthesis
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Single segment of posterior lumbar interbody fusion for adult isthmic spondylolisthesis: reduction or fusion in situ
Eur Spine J. 2014 Jan;23(1):172-9. doi: 10.1007/s00586-013-2858-6. Epub 2013 Jun 14Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
94 adult patients with isthmic spondylolisthesis were randomized to be treated with either conventional in situ posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) or a draw-back technique, using pedicle screws to reduce vertebral slippage, combined with PLIF. The purpose was to determine the effect of slipped verterbrae reduction on clinical outcomes, radiographic outcomes, and complication rate. Patients w...
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