Spine

Key Points

  • A posterior fusion is any fusion procedure accessed from the back (instead of the anterior or front) of the spine.

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Overview

A posterior fusion is a surgical procedure in which two vertebrae are fused, or affixed, together using screws and rods through an incision on the back (posterior) instead of through an incision in the front of the body (anterior). 

This can be done to any part of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine.

 

What it Treats

Posterior fusions are used to treat a wide range of spinal conditions, including:

  • Spinal stenosis
  • Scoliosis
  • Kyphosis

Anatomy of the Spine

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Spine Procedures and Treatments

Learn about different spine conditions  

What Matters

Learn the important questions to ask when selecting a spine surgeon.