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Egyptian Journal of Neurosurgery
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From: Posterior lumbar interbody fusion using single PEEK cage without pedicle screw fixation for lumbar disc herniation; Initial experience in Menoufia University Hospital

Fig. 3

Female patient, 42 years old, presented with LBP and Rt sciatica. a, b preoperative X Ray LSS; lateral, A-P views. c Preop axial CT scan. d, e sagittal and axial MRI T2 images revealed L4–5 LDP causing neural compression. f, g plain X-ray LSS lateral and A-P view revealed L4–5 discectomy and PLIF with a stand-alone cage. h, i postoperative sagittal and axial MRI T2 images revealed L4–5 discectomy and PLIF with a stand-alone cage. j, k postoperative CT LSS revealed L4–5 discectomy and PLIF with a stand-alone cage. Postoperatively, LBP and bilateral sciatica were completely resolved (Excellent outcome)

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