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The procedure that Dr. Siddiqui spoke of on FOX26 News Houston is the XLIF.
The XLIF procedure is what is termed a “minimally disruptive” procedure. This means that instead of a traditional, large, “open” incision, the procedure is performed through one or more small incisions. An instrument, known as a retractor, is used to spread the tissues so that the surgeon can see the spine. A special benefit of the XLIF approach is that it gives the surgeon access to the spine through the side of the body, thereby avoiding the major muscle groups in the back, and the major organs and blood vessels in the abdomen.
Be sure to watch FOX 26’s Houston Melissa Wilson’s report on back health Monday September 2o at 9am. Dr. Saqib Siddiqui will be discussing the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery and the xlif procedure. If you have questions following … Continue reading
