Tag R. Douglas Orr

Introduction The anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) is a powerful and versatile tool for obtaining interbody fusion for a variety of conditions. Anterior fusion for disk disease was first described by Burns, and Harmon first described a retroperitoneal approach in…

Summary of Key Points Decision-making in complex spinal problems can be made easier by a systematic approach to the problems. “Problem, Goals, Tools, Plan” is one way to approach the problems. The primary driver of a good clinical outcome in…