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A Combination of Open Decompression and Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Fixation Ralph J Mobbs, MD1,2,3, Praveenan Sivabalan, MD2,3, Jane Li, MD2,3, Peter Wilson, MD1,2, Prashanth J Rao, MD1,2,3 Research The authors describe a hybrid technique that involves a combination of open decompression and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) and percutaneously inserted pedicle screws. This technique allows

A Contrast-Enhancing Lumbar Ligamentum Flavum Haematoma Finn Ghent,1  Xuan Ye,1  Max Yan,2  Ralph J Mobbs1 Research We present a case of lower back pain with lumbar nerve compromise due to a ligamentum flavum haematoma which was successfully treated surgically. A 62-year-old man was evaluated for lower back pain with associated leg pain and early signs of cauda equina

Outcomes after Decompressive Laminectomy for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Ralph JaspeR Mobbs, M.D., F.R.a.C.s.,1–3 Jane li, M.b.b.s.,1, 2 pRaveenan sivabalan, M.b.b.s.,1, 2 DaRRyl Raley, M.b.b.s.,1, 2 anD pRashanth J. Rao, M.D.1–3 Research The authors describe a hybrid technique that involves a combination of open decompression and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) and percutaneously inserted pedicle screws. This technique allows performance

Hybrid technique for posterior lumbar interbody fusion Ralph J Mobbs, MD1,2,3, Praveenan Sivabalan, MD2,3, Jane Li, MD2,3, Peter Wilson, MD1,2, Prashanth J Rao, MD1,2,3 Research The authors describe a hybrid technique that involves a combination of open decompression and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) and percutaneously inserted pedicle screws. This technique allows performance of PLIF

A unique approach to fixed occipito-cervico-thoracic deformity G.E. Aw *, R.J. Mobbs1,2,3 Research We discuss a unique approach to a patient who presented with severe kyphosis and laterolisthesis of the cranio-cervico-thoracic spine, following a history of neck trauma 24 months prior to presentation. The patient had organized voluntary euthanasia if no treatment could be performed. Our

L5 En-Bloc Vertebrectomy with Customized Reconstructive Implant: Comparison of Patient-Specific Versus Off-the-Shelf Implant Ralph J Mobbs, MD 1,2,3,Mina Chung, MD2,Prashanth J Rao, MD1,3 Research The procedure of anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) is commonly performed on patients suffering from pain and/or neurological symptoms associated with disorders of the lumbar spine caused by disc degeneration and trauma.

Medio-Latero-Superior Trajectory Technique Ralph J Mobbs1,2,3 Research An alternative pedicle trajectory for use at the superior end of a construct to limit dissection of the mobile superior facet joint and reduce incision length and muscle dissection, thus minimizing approach-related trauma during pedicle fixation, is reported. The medio-latero-superior trajectory technique involves a starting point on the

Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion Ralph Ralph J Mobbs1,2,3, Praveenan Sivabalan2,3*, Jane Li2,3 and Peter Wilson1,2 Research The authors describe a hybrid technique that involves a combination of open decompression and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) and percutaneously inserted pedicle screws. This technique allows performance of PLIF and decompression via a midline incision and approach without compromising

CT Scan Analysis of Percutaneous Fusion Darryl A. Raley, MBBS, BSc * Ralph J. Mobbs , BSc, MBBS, MS, FRACS* † Research Retrospective clinical data analysis. Objective. To investigate the misplacement rate and related clinical complications of percutaneous pedicle screw insertion in the thoracic and lumbar spine. From the * Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick, Sydney, Australia