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August 17, 2025The International Journal of Spine SurgeryOpen Access

Combined Total Disc Replacement and Total Posterior Facet Replacement System Device

William C. Welch

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Key Points

Combining total disc replacement with the TOPS device improves functional spinal unit reconstruction.
The study suggests this combined approach could optimize surgical outcomes and recovery times for patients.
This observational analysis focuses on clinical approaches for spinal unit replacement to enhance patient care.
The findings indicate a potential progression in treatments for spinal issues, but further research is necessary.

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This analysis highlights the efficacy of combining total disc replacement and posterior facet replacement, suggesting enhanced outcomes for patients.

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William C. Welch (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af453aad7bf08b1ead27e4 https://doi.org/10.14444/8782

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