A systematic review of bone graft products used in lumbar interbody fusion procedures for degenerative disc disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is associated with chronic lower back pain that may have impacts on individual's quality of life and functional ability. Lumbar interbody fusion can be carried out with a variety of bone grafting products, the choice depends on several factors including the patient, site, procedure, cost and indication. This systematic review (SR) intends to validate and consolidate the existing evidence base supporting bone graft materials related to lumbar interbody fusion procedures for DDD, specifically anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) and oblique lumbar interbody fusion (OLIF).

Methods

An SR was conducted in February 2023. Clinical and economic studies of adults with DDD in regions L2 to S1 undergoing lumbar interbody fusion with Infuse™

SUBMITTER: Fitzgerald A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11800106 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature