July 12,2016
Access strategies for revision or explantation of the Charité lumbar artificial disc replacement
Todd H. Lanman, MD, FAANS, FACS (et al) Many lumbar disc prostheses are constantly in development. The goal in each is to preserve mobility in patients with degenerative disc disease. In this study, Dr. Lanman and his colleagues examine the advantages and disadvantage of lumbar artificial disc replacement (ADR) compared with anterior interbody fusion (ALIF). Mainly, the physicians are concerned with the potential for displacement of the implants or…