Tag Wellington K. Hsu

Biologic Options in Interbody Fusion

Introduction Interbody fusion devices aim to provide anterior column support as bony fusion between adjacent vertebral bodies progresses. Irrespective of the material utilized for structural support, depending on exact surgical technique, supplemental graft material should be placed within and/or around…

Biologics in Spine Fusion Surgery

Summary of Key Points Spinal biologics can alter the existing biological environment to enhance specific cellular/molecular activity to further a clinical goal by facilitating osteoinduction, osteoconduction, and/or osteogenesis. Autograft can be taken from the iliac crest or locally from the…