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However, there are potential dangers with such techniques, such as approach-related complications.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n OBSERVATIONS<\/jats:title>\n The authors describe the case of an iliolumbar vein (ILV) injury during an OLIF procedure and aim to provide a review of the relevant anatomy of the oblique corridor as well as the ILV.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n LESSONS<\/jats:title>\n Additionally, the authors aimed to highlight key surgical pearls for the prevention of such complications and provide management strategies. The authors believe that the OLIF technique is a powerful tool in the spine surgeon\u2019s armamentarium, and a sound understanding of the anatomy and knowledge of preventing potential surgical complications are key to success in OLIF.<\/jats:p>\n \n https:\/\/thejns.org\/doi\/10.3171\/CASE24743<\/jats:ext-link>\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>","DOI":"10.3171\/case24743","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2025,3,25]],"date-time":"2025-03-25T16:35:11Z","timestamp":1742920511000},"source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":1,"title":["Iliolumbar vein injuries in prepsoas lateral lumbar interbody fusion: strategies for prevention and management. Illustrative case"],"prefix":"10.3171","volume":"9","author":[{"given":"Tamara L. 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