Fundamentals in Spinal Surgery for Residents-Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) and Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)

Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) and Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)

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In the video, the speaker discusses the posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) procedures. The speaker thanks Pat and Praveen for inviting them to give the presentation and asks the audience about their experience with PLIFs and TLIFs. They go on to discuss the advantages of interbody fusion, such as preserving load-bearing capacity and restoring disc height. They explain that PLIF and TLIF, combined with pedicle screw placement, stabilize all three columns of the spine and are biomechanically superior to posterior lumbar fusion. The speaker gives a brief history of PLIF and TLIF procedures and talks about the various techniques and technologies used in these surgeries. They also discuss the indications and contraindications for PLIF and TLIF. The speaker then presents a study that compares the stability and outcomes of PLIF and TLIF procedures and concludes that both procedures have similar outcomes. They also talk about the pitfalls of TLIFs and show a video of a T-LIF procedure. The speaker highlights the importance of maintaining segmental lordosis and using techniques like osteotomy and expandable cages to improve outcomes. They conclude by summarizing the benefits of TLIF and PLIF and answering questions from the audience.

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Paul Park, MD, FAANS

Keywords

PLIF

TLIF

interbody fusion

spine stabilization

surgery techniques

study outcomes