Image 10740: L4-S1 Posterior Discectomy with Fusion Surgery at L4-S1 Illustration

This graphic includes eight medical illustrations demonstrating the process of discectomies and lumbar spinal fusions at L4-S1.  The primary image demonstrates pre-surgical disc injuries at L4-5 and L5-S1. Illustration 1 demonstrates incision and exposure in the low back.  Illustration 2 demonstrates facetectomies at L4-5 and L5-S1. Illustration 3 demonstrates laminectomies at L4-5 and L5-S1. Illustration 4 demonstrates placement of pedicle screws.  Illustration 5 demonstrates removal of disc material at L4-5 and L5-S1. Illustration 6 demonstrates the placement of cages into the interbody spaces. Illustration 7 demonstrates the placement of rods locked to pedicle screws in L4-S1. This graphic is best used for demand letters / narrative reports, mediation, arbitration or trial in cases involving discectomies and fusion of L4-S1 after trauma. To purchase a single-user perpetual license to this stock image, you must first agree to the terms of service with High Impact and Trial Guides.