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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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. …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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ACDF TCP Kage Orthopaedic Surgery Ralph Jasper Mobbs MD1,2, Anthony MT Chau MD2, Deniz Durmush MD2 Research To evaluate the properties of a combination bone graft consisting of biphasic calcium phosphate ceramic, polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cage in one- and two-level surgery. 1NeuroSpineClinic, Suite 7, Level 7 Prince of Wales Private Hospital; and 2Department of Spine Surgery, …

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