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Titanium mesh cage for spinal fusion surgery

Case contributed by Aditya Shetty
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Status-post surgery for post-traumatic vertebral body collapse.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
  • titanium mesh cage is positioned at the T9-T10 vertebral level
  • orthopedic rods and screws transfixing the T8 down to T12 vertebrae

Case Discussion

Spinal fusion surgery using titanium mesh cage is intended for reduction of painful vertebral compression fractures.

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