Direct lateral interbody fusion (DLIF) with anterolateral screwed plates
Diagnosis certain
Presentation
Post-op.
Patient Data
Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
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L1-2 to L4-5 interbody discs with left anterolateral screwed plates. No hardware failure. Mild scoliosis to the left. Overlying brace noted on the lateral projection.
Case Discussion
Direct lateral interbody fusion (DLIF) also known as lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) or eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) is one approach for lumbar interbody fusion. They can be standalone or used in combination with anterolateral screwed plates (as in this case) and posterior instrumented fusion.
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