This graphic includes six medical illustrations demonstrating the process of a lumbar spinal fusion surgery at L5-S1.  Image 1 demonstrates a scalpel cutting into the low back. Illustration 2 demonstrates a laminectomy and facetectomy at L5-S1.  Illustration 3 demonstrates a discectomy at L5 and S1. Illustration 4 demonstrates the placement of a Globus Altera expandable cage at L5-S1.  Illustration 5 demonstrates bone marrow aspirate packed into the space. Illustration 6 demonstrates placement of pedicle screws and rods at L5-S1.

This graphic is best used for demand letters / narrative reports, mediation, arbitration or trial in cases involving an discectomy and fusion of L5-S1 using a Globus Altera expanding cage after trauma.

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