Posterior Thoracolumbar Fusion

Posterior Thoracic fusion surgery involves removing bone to decompress the spine. The removal of this bone relieves stenosis(narrowing of the foramen) to open the central and lateral foramen, allowing the relief of the spinal cord and the lateral nerve roots. After the decompression, Pedicle screws are placed through the pedicles of the vertebral bodies and fixated with rods and set screws.