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Secondary distraction of the intervertebral
disc space
Additional distraction of the intervertebral disc space
before introduction of the cage can be achieved by
using the entire range of retractors. They are used
one after another in ascending order of size until
optimum tension of the annulus is achieved.
To maintain the distraction, the dorsal instruments
are locked on the contralateral side (Fig. 7).
Introduction of the bone graft
For a solid inter-body fusion, the intervertebral
disc space should be filled with as much bone
graft material as possible. The front third of the
intervertebral disc space is filled with bone graft.
Note:
The cage does not have to be filled with bone graft
when the ADONIS Exclusive is used.
Trial cage
Before the permanent implant is introduced,
the correct positioning and the presence of the
required intervertebral disc height are tested with
a trial implant.
Fig. 7
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Surgical Technique ADONIS
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