Figure 7
Less-invasive two-cavity approach for anterior corpectomy, spinal canal decompression, and anterior spinal fusion of the unstable thoracic and lumbar spine fractures. The T6 injury was managed through a small posterolateral thoracotomy (1), while the L1 fracture was addressed through a retroperitoneal approach along the 11th rib (2). The less-invasive procedure was tolerated well by the patient, and allowed for early mobilization without restrictions.