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Cervical Fusion versus Cervical Disc Prosthesis from LEFLOT Jean-Louis

LEFLOT J-L M.D. (U.H. Brugmann – Brussels)

Presentation

If the neurological release is critical in spinal surgery, the maintenance or restoration of stability and mechanical balance of the spine is equally. This stability and sagittal balance can be ensured by a rigid fusion, which restores the physiological curvature, the height of the intervertebral space and the foramina. Spinal fusion solves many problems but … More The lumbar spine fusion: Why ? How ? Its future ?

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