Laparoscopic surgery to remove a cage that migrated to the retroperitoneal space during posterior lumbar interbody fusion: A case report

DiscussionA cage that migrates during posterior lumbar interbody fusion can have serious consequences. In cases where the patient remains in stable condition, laparoscopic surgery is a useful and suitable method for removing the cage from the retroperitoneal space.

Source: Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery - July 13, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Takashi Okuyama, Nobumi Tagaya, Yoshitake Sugamata, Kousuke Hirano, Kazuyuki Saito, Yukinori Yamagata, Shinichi Sameshima, Tamaki Noie, Masatoshi Oya Tags: Case Report Source Type: research