The anterior spine space includes the tissues, organs, and blood vessels, along with the vertebral bodies and intervertebral discs, which all lie in front of, or anterior to, the spinal cord. Anterior spinal surgery typically requires a spinal access surgeon experienced in safely creating a pathway to the spine. Ideally, they have also received dedicated training in advanced exposure techniques in order to be able to provide a full complement of exposure options.
Using a less invasive, or ‘mini-open’ approach to anterior spine exposure, the Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) can now be performed through small incisions with minimal tissue trauma resulting in optimal patient outcomes.
The preoperative evaluation is a critical to your care. At Rocky Mountain Advance Spine Access we take great care to review your complete history to provide you with the best care possible.
Surgical complications specific to spine exposure can be quite significant. This underscores the need for expert surgical care to reduce the risk as much as possible.
Retrograde ejaculation is a complication unique to male patients undergoing anterior spine surgery. This complication can occur due to a complex network of nerves that overlay the blood vessels and spine.