title: The Wiltse pedicle screw fixation system.
abstract: This article illustrates the application of the Wiltse pedicle screw fixation system and the general principles of pedicle screw insertion. The system is designed for stabilization of the lumbosacral spine. Indications complications, and personal results are reviewed.
authors.affiliation: California Spine Surgery Medical Group, Inc, Long Beach.
authors.forename: D W
authors.initials: DW
authors.lastname: Guyer
authors.forename: L L
authors.initials: LL
authors.lastname: Wiltse
authors.forename: R D
authors.initials: RD
authors.lastname: Peek
mesh_terms: D001863:Bone Screws; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D008159:Lumbar Vertebrae / Q000601:surgery*; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices; D011859:Radiography; D012447:Sacrum / Q000601:surgery; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D013193:Stainless Steel
chemical_list: D013193:Stainless Steel