What is TLIF Surgery
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion is a type of spinal fusion performed to treat the lower back and leg pain caused by degenerative disc disease. It involves removing a disc from between two vertebrae and fusing the vertebrae.
This surgery is recommended for people with spinal instability, weakness, or pain that doesn’t improve with other treatments. People with conditions like spondylolisthesis, herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica or lumbar radiculopathy. People with spinal deformities like scoliosis or kyphosis and fractures of the vertebrae. There are three types of TLIF surgery, namely open surgery, mini-open surgery, and minimally invasive surgery.
| Procedure Name | Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) |
|---|---|
| Type of Surgery | Major Surgery |
| Type of Anaesthesia | General Anaesthesia |
| Procedure Duration | 1-2 Hours |
| Recovery Duration | 5-7 Days |
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF): Pre-Op & Post-Op Care
Pre-surgical Preparation
The surgeon performs tests such as blood tests and imaging to assess the spread of the damage and plan the approach accordingly.
During the TLIF Procedure
In spinal fixation, the patient is positioned and given anaesthesia. A small incision is made to access the spine, and muscles are moved aside to expose the vertebrae that need to be fused. A bone graft, sourced either from the patient’s own body (autograft) or from a donor (allograft), is inserted between the vertebrae to facilitate fusion. Metal hardware may also be employed to secure the vertebrae together. Following fusion, the incision is carefully closed.
Post-Surgical & Recovery after TLIF
You may need to stay in the hospital for several days for initial recovery and several months to fully recover. After surgery, pain and discomfort may improve immediately or gradually over a few weeks. Take prescribed medication to manage post-treatment discomfort, start with a liquid diet and slowly progress towards solid foods, and, lastly, attend physical therapy. You can typically resume normal activities about 6 weeks after leaving the hospital.
Benefits of Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) at Yashoda Hospitals
Comprehensive Evaluation: Enable early detection and effective management of pain due to spine deformities.
Personalised Treatment Plans: Tailored for specific types of spinal diseases depending upon the extent and severity of the condition, based on the detailed insights obtained during your evaluation.
Efficient and Timely Care: Ensure quick diagnosis and prompt initiation of appropriate treatment strategies for the management of spinal deformities.
Continued Follow-Up: Our dedicated medical team ensures optimal recovery and long-term health management.
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