Does grade 4 spondylolisthesis require surgery?

Does grade 4 spondylolisthesis require surgery?

Research has shown that patients with a spondylolisthesis of greater than a 50% slippage, termed a grade 3 spondylolisthesis (50 to 75% slippage), or a grade 4 spondylolisthesis (greater than 75% slippage), generally do not respond to non-surgical treatment and are likely candidates for surgery.

Does spinal fusion correct spondylolisthesis?

Surgeons almost always perform spinal fusion for spondylolisthesis. Spinal fusion stabilizes the spine by permanently joining two vertebrae, eliminating movement between them. Typically, bone grafts are placed between vertebrae to help them fuse together. In time, new bone grows over the graft.

What should I expect after spinal fusion?

Recovery Time. After a spinal fusion surgery, patients can expect to stay in the hospital for two to three days while you’re monitored by your medical team. A highly invasive open back surgery requires that patients are monitored to avoid infection, maintain circulation, and reduce stiffness.

How bad is a spinal fusion surgery?

Spinal fusion, like any surgery, carries the risk of certain complications, such as: infection. blood clots. bleeding and blood loss. respiratory problems. heart attack or stroke during surgery. inadequate wound healing .

Should I get a spinal fusion?

A spinal fusion is an option for someone with degenerative disk disease, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, or a fracture. If you have a moderate to severe curve in your spine from scoliosis , or experience symptoms including difficulty breathing or pain doing daily activities, spinal fusion surgery may be your best treatment option.

What are the alternatives to spinal fusion surgery?

There are a couple of alternatives to spine fusion surgery that may be considered for patients with low back pain from lumbar degenerative disc disease. Currently, the main fusion alternatives include: IDET. or Intradiscal electrothermal coagulation (or annuloplasty).