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From: A comparison of three different surgery approaches and methods for neurologically intact thoracolumbar fractures: a retrospective study

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The process of the operation of percutaneous pedicle screw fixation (PPSF). a The preoperative locator was placed onto the back of each of the patients with the central part. b The correct pedicle projection and incision were obtained according to the different markers on the locator after observing the anterior-posterior fluoroscopic image. c, d The guide wire was inserted with the use of G-arm fluoroscopic image guidance. e The pedicle screws were inserted along the guide wire. f The rods were installed. g, h Postoperative radiographical images: anterior-posterior view (g) and lateral view (h)

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