[The application of intervertebral implant for spine stabilization].

UNLABELLED: The purpose of this study is determination of efficacy of the SOCON posterior device combined with PROSPACE PLIF interbody fusion system in the treatment of lumbar spondylolisthesis. Both devices are fabricated by Aesculap AG. Lumbar interbody fusion is a surgical technique used to create local spinal stability. Recently there is a wide group of interbody implants made of different osteoconductive materials. The authors present brief classification of lumbar interbody fusion implants. The 1 case of spondylolisthesis L5/S1 is analyzed including operative technique and outcome.

CONCLUSION

PROSPACE is effective as interbody support and fusion element.