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An anterior lumbar interbody fusion is a kind of spinal fusion in which the spine is approached through the abdomen rather than the back. In this approach incision is made near the belly and the spinal vertebrae that needs to be operated upon are done through this area. An anterior lumbar interbody fusion is usually a preferred method when many spinal levels need to be operated upon and also sometimes a laminectomy or decompression is also done with this process.
The major advantage of an ALIF procedure at best spine surgeon in Hyderabad is that the spinal canal is not retracted apart and many intricate nerves are not forced apart for the surgery, this thereby decreases the chance of any severe neurological problems because of the surgery. Also the recovery time is relatively less since none of the back muscles are harmed in this proces.
When is an anterior lumbar interbody fusion recommended?
- If patient has a degenerative disorder
- Spondylolisthesis
- Scoliosis
- When physical therapy or medication has not worked
Which conditions can an ALIF help correct?
- Degenerative Disc disorder
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Scoliosis
The anterior lumbar interbody fusion can also be done in a minimally invasive way depending of the position and type of correction. Either ways, be it traditionally or the minimally invasive way, exclusive spine specialist in Hyderabad Dr. Sreenath ensures the outcomes are never compromised and only suggest what is best for the patient. Consult back pain specialist in Hyderabad for lumbar spine fusion surgery in Hyderabad