Comparative analysis of the results of repeated operations for degenerative diseases of the lumbosacral spine using OLIF and TLIF technologies

This study is devoted to repeated operations for degenerative diseases of the lumbosacral spine. The study included 65 patients who were divided into two comparative groups. Group I consisted of 36 patients aged from 29 to 60, average age 43 years, operated on using the TLIF technique. There were 17 men (47.3%), 19 women (52.7%). Group II included 30 patients aged from 23 to 67 years, average age 43.3 years, operated on using the OLIF technique. The ratio of men to women in this group was 14 (46.6%): 16 (44.4%). As a result of a comparative analysis, VAS and ODI scores in group II are better than in group I, p < 0.001. Thus, OLIF as a method of reoperation makes it possible to completely remove the disc in case of recurrent disc herniation, avoids repeated incision of the paravertebral muscles, there is less postoperative pain and blood loss during surgery, and a low risk of injury to the spinal cord and roots as a result of traction