Satvir Saggi

University of California, San Francisco

Papers

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Total Citations

6

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About

Dr. Satvir Saggi is a leading figure in the evolution of spinal surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive techniques for lumbar fusion. His major contribution lies in chronicling and critically analyzing the progression of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MIS-TLIF). In his highly cited 2025 work, Dr. Saggi provides a definitive roadmap of this technique, tracing its origins from the foundational work of Harms and Rolinger to the modern refinements by Rosenberg, Mummaneni, Foley, and Lefkowitz. He masterfully details the critical use of Kambin’s triangle to access the disc space while minimizing trauma to the thecal sac and nerve roots. This comprehensive review, garnering 6 citations in a short time, serves as an essential guide for surgeons navigating the complexities of MIS-TLIF. By synthesizing decades of innovation, Dr. Saggi’s work not only documents where the field has been but illuminates the path forward, solidifying his role as a key commentator on the state-of-the-art in minimally invasive spinal care.

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Papers
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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Evolution of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Where Are We Now?
6 citations · 2025
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2025 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 4
🏛 Institutions: University of California, San Francisco

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