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. 2022 Jun 1;35(5):208-212.
doi: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000001257. Epub 2021 Oct 14.

Performing Lumbosacral Transdiscal Fixation: The Boachie Screw Technique

Zachariah W Pinter  1 , Arjun S Sebastian  1 , Jad Bou Monsef  1 , Benjamin Elder  2 , Jeremy Fogelson  2
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Performing Lumbosacral Transdiscal Fixation: The Boachie Screw Technique

Zachariah W Pinter et al. Clin Spine Surg. .

Abstract

Transdiscal screw fixation through the Boachie screw technique at the lumbosacral junction is a well-accepted procedure in the treatment of high-grade spondylolisthesis. This technique allows for partial reduction of the spondylolisthesis, decompression of the neural elements, and reliable posterior lumbosacral fixation. When performed properly, this procedure produces reliable results and high rates of arthrodesis with relief of preoperative neurological symptoms.

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