Spine care

MIS-TLIF

MIS-TLIF (Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion) stabilises and fuses two lumbar vertebrae through small incisions. It may be considered in selected cases of spondylolisthesis or instability.

When to seek assessment

  • Pain from vertebral slip or instability
  • Back pain with nerve compression
  • No improvement with conservative care

What the consultation may involve

  1. 1Discussion of your symptoms, their duration and effect on daily life
  2. 2Physical and neurological examination (sensation, strength, reflexes)
  3. 3Review of previous reports and imaging
  4. 4Advice on further tests if needed
  5. 5Discussion of treatment options suited to you — which may include non-surgical care

Reports to bring

  • MRI report and films or CD
  • X-rays
  • CT scan (if done)
  • Previous prescriptions and current medication list
  • Recent blood tests or other reports

When to seek urgent care

  • Sudden problems controlling bladder or bowel
  • Numbness around the back passage or inner thighs
  • Rapidly worsening weakness in arms or legs
  • Severe pain after an accident or fall
  • Pain with fever, unexplained weight loss or a history of cancer

With these signs, do not wait for a chamber serial — go to the nearest hospital emergency department.

This is general educational information. Your diagnosis and treatment will depend on an individual clinical assessment.

Get specialist advice for your spine condition

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