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Percutaneous Spinal Fusion Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How effective is a percutaneous spinal fusion?

A percutaneous fusion is effective but one criticism is that the screws and rods are what are referred to as “high profile” which means they are prominent in the muscle tissue, especially in thin patients. The procedure is technically demanding and is best performed for single level fusion operations.

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