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title: XLIF® Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion
description: "Unlike traditional back surgery, XLIF® is performed through the patient's side. By entering this way, major muscles of the back are avoided. This minimally-invasive procedure is generally used to treat leg or back pain caused by degenerative disc disease. It can be performed on an outpatient basis."
date_modified: "2021-08-25T11:50:13-04:00"
---

 

#####  XLIF® Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion 

Unlike traditional back surgery, XLIF® is performed through the patient's side. By entering this way, major muscles of the back are avoided. This minimally-invasive procedure is generally used to treat leg or back pain caused by degenerative disc disease. It can be performed on an outpatient basis.

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