Imaging indicators and fusion analysis of percutaneous endoscopic posterior lumbar interbody fusion and modified posterior lumbar interbody fusion for the treatment of lumbar degenerative diseases.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although numerous studies have confirmed percutaneous endoscopic posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PE-PLIF) as a safe and effective minimally invasive technique for lumbar degenerative diseases (LDDs), existing research primarily focuses on clinical outcomes and involves limited imaging analysis. This study aimed to quantitatively compare PE-PLIF and modified posterior lumbar interbody fusion (MPLIF) through comprehensive radiographic evaluation and clinical outcomes.

Methods

We conducted a retrospective analysis of 75 consecutive LDD patients who underwent surgical treatment at our institution between January 2018 and October 2023. The patients were divided into an observation group (PE-PLIF; 36 cases) and a control group (MPLIF; 39 cases) according to their sur

SUBMITTER: Tang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12397665 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature