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What's xlif spinal fusion surgery and is it safe?
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Yes: Xlif surgery is safe. It's merely a side approach to the lumbar spine to create a fusion.
Answered 8/5/2012
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Minimally invasive: Xlif (extreme lateral interbody fusion) is a technique to fuse one or more segments of the lumbar spine. It is done from the side to access the disc and remove it and place a fusion graft. All surgeries have their risks, however when done in experienced hands this can be an excellent procedure with less blood loss, less hospital stay, and quicker returns to daily life.
Answered 4/9/2015
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