Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for failed Graf ligamentoplasty: a report of two cases.
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Abstract
We report 2 cases of transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for failed Graf ligamentoplasty. Both patients had residual or recurrent low back pain and leg pain after Graf ligamentoplasty, caused by lumbar segmental instability or narrowing of their intervertebral foramens. The pain improved markedly after the revision surgery. We recommend transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for failed Graf ligamentoplasty, as it provides rigid interbody bony fusion and obviates complete exposure of the dural sac or dural tube.
Medical subject headings
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Intervertebral Disc Displacement
- Ligaments, Articular
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Stenosis
Anatomy
- lumbar spine