The Role of Hounsfield Units In Predicting Cage Subsidence After Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis

Key Points

• Cage subsidence is potentially predicted by Hounsfield units, providing a valuable clinical tool.
• The systematic review highlights a cut-off value of 120 Hounsfield units for effective prediction.
• Analysis focuses on lateral lumbar interbody fusion in patients with degenerative spinal diseases, revealing significant insights.
• This predictive capability should be validated in future studies to enhance surgical outcomes.