Abstract
Anterior and lateral approaches to the lumbar spine are performed with increasing frequency and for a wider range of indications. To avoid complications and maximize patient outcomes, a clear understanding of the anatomy encountered during these approaches is necessary. Here we consider the bony, vascular, and neural anatomy most pertinent to the anterior and lateral transpsoas approaches.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Lumbar Interbody Fusions |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Pages | 27-35 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780323476638 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2018 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Anterior approach
- Aorta
- Genitourinary
- Inferior vena cava
- Lateral approach
- Lumbar anatomy
- Lumbosacral plexus
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)