What does LISS mean?

LISS is the acronym for Less Invasive Spine Surgery. LISS is a general term used to describe a surgical technique which involves making smaller incisions, reducing the amount of damage to the tissues beneath the skin.

Less Invasive Spine Surgery is accomplished with the aid of specially designed instruments which aid in visualization of the surgical field.

Typically, this is done with tubular retractors which allow the surgeon to make a small incision but visualise a larger area beneath this small incision.

The LISS technique is in continuous development and it is currently used to treat conditions such as:

• spondylolisthesis
• degenerative disc disease

The benefits of Less Invasive Spine Surgery may include reduced scaring following the operation and less damage to the surrounding tissues beneath the skin, including less pain and blood loss. The benefits may include a quicker postoperative recovery and a quicker return to a normal lifestyle.