Application of Improved TLIF Technique in Treatment High Level of Lumbar Disc Herniation
Abstract：Objective To evaluate the clinical value of improved TLIF technique in the treatment of high lumbar disc her-niation. Methods In August 2009 to August 2013,27 patients of high lumbar disc herniation were treated with Improved TLIF technique,and followed up for 12 ~ 18 months(mean 14. 5 months). Preoperative and postoperative VAS score and interverte-bral relative height were used to evaluate the clinical results. Results The last follow-up VAS score was obviously improved compared with the before operation,intervertebral fusion rate was 100% . Without spinal cord and nerve root injury,infection of incision,no spinal infection,no serious complications were observed. Conclusion TLIF technique is a safe and effective meth-od for treatment of high level lumbar disc protrusion,and worth more clinical promotion.
Keywords：high level lumbar disc herniationimproved TLIFintervertebral fusion
Publication Date：2015-01-01
Online Publishing Date：2025-08-15(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：3( 394-396 )