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- Figure 1
The patient is positioned in the lateral decubitus position with an axillary roll underneath the axilla and a towel roll underneath the hip. Used with permission from Barrow Neurological Institute.
- Figure 2
(A) After the correct level is identified in the anteroposterior or lateral view, a needle is placed in the spinous process of the surgical level. (B) Using lateral fluoroscopy, the precise anatomy of the thoracic disc level is defined. Used with permission from Barrow Neurological Institute.
- Figure 3
The underlying rib is palpated, and a transverse incision is made starting from the posterior edge of the disc space. Used with permission from Barrow Neurological Institute.
- Figure 4
The retractor is placed immediately lateral to the disc of interest, and the retractor handles are positioned away from the surgeon. Used with permission from Barrow Neurological Institute.
- Figure 5
Anteroposterior fluoroscopic images showing drilling of the pedicle. Used with permission from Barrow Neurological Institute.
- Figure 6
Routine postoperative skin closure with a drain left in place; note that no chest tube was placed. Used with permission from Barrow Neurological Institute.
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