Spinal arthrodesis (spondylodesis) is a surgical intervention aimed at fusing two or more bones to prevent their further displacement. This is a complex operation lasting several hours, successfully performed in Israel.
This operation is performed in the following cases:
- Scoliosis
- Fractures and tumors of the vertebrae
- Spinal canal stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis.
Spinal arthrodesis is performed using the following methods:
- A graft for the operation is taken from the pelvis of the patient or obtained from a tissue bank. Bone tissue serves as the basis for the intervertebral bridge, which is necessary for the regeneration of new tissue.
- The vertebrae are fused using implants until new bone tissue forms in the area.
Arthrodesis can be performed as a standalone procedure or in conjunction with decompression to relieve pain caused by displacement or unstable vertebrae.
This operation may be performed after decompression for the treatment of spinal canal stenosis, vertebral fractures, hernias, or tumors.
Clinics in Israel perform arthrodesis using various techniques based on the same principle. The techniques vary depending on the type of implanted bone or metal implant, as well as the area of the body where the surgical intervention is performed. The choice of method depends on the patient's age, health status, symptoms, and the professional level of the physician.
Initially, this type of surgery was performed to stabilize the spine and treat fractures. Currently, clinics in Israel use this type of surgical intervention to treat spinal canal stenosis and any defects in bone tissue caused by degenerative processes.
Spondylodesis is effective in treating complex deformational changes in the spine such as scoliosis. Scoliosis can lead to irreversible changes in the tissues of the spine and disrupt the functioning of internal organs.
After spinal arthrodesis, there is a need for inpatient monitoring of the patient for several days. The recovery period at home does not require strict bed rest. Quite often, the attending physician recommends the use of a back brace.