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Transforaminal Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy With Bone Drill-Assisted Foraminoplasty in Recurrent Disc Herniation

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Transforaminal endoscopic lumbar discectomy (TELD) is effective and feasible for recurrent disc herniation, and can reduce surgery-related complications and the operation time. After lumbar discectomy, the disc height significantly decreases, and disc degeneration and facet arthropathy might progress. These changes can make it difficult to achieve transforaminal endoscopic access to the epidural space, increasing the likelihood of exiting nerve injury. Endoscopic foraminoplasty facilitates the engagement of the working cannula via the intervertebral foramen, allowing cannula access near the herniated disc for the successful performance of TELD. We present a successful case of TELD using bone drill-assisted foraminoplasty for recurrent disc herniation to demonstrate this technique. This foraminoplasty technique is relatively safe and time-efficient, significantly aiding the TELD procedure.

Source: Journal of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Technique

DOI: 10.21182/jmisst.2024.01641

Authors: Kyung-Chul Choi, Hyeong-Ki Shim

Language: English

Topic: Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403957377

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