Comparison of the results of open PLIF versus UBE PLIF in lumbar spinal stenosis: postoperative adjacent segment instability is lesser in UBE

X Li, J Liu, Z Liu - Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research, 2023 - Springer
Objective To compare the difference in efficacy between open PLIF and UBE for lumbar
spinal stenosis and the effect on postoperative adjacent segment instability. Method The …

Navigation techniques in endoscopic spine surgery

MJ Hagan, T Remacle, OP Leary, J Feler… - BioMed Research …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
Endoscopic spine surgery (ESS) advances the principles of minimally invasive surgery,
including minor collateral tissue damage, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery times …

How to Prevent Nerve Root Injury in Uniportal Full Endoscopic Lumbar Fusion Surgery? Insights From a Cadaveric Anatomic Study With Simulation Surgery

YC Hsu, YF Liu, CJ Chang, YM Hsiao, YH Huang… - Spine, 2024 - journals.lww.com
Study Design. The study included 2 fresh-frozen cadavers. Objective. To elucidate the
positional relationship between surgical instruments and nerve roots during full endoscopic …

Why endoscopic spine surgery?

WK Kwon, SH Kim - Neurospine, 2023 - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Various spinal diseases and related pain is a very common phenomenon, and it is reported
that more than two-thirds of the population experience these spine related symptoms during …

Transforaminal posterior lumbar interbody fusion microscopic safe operating area: a three-dimensional model study based on computed tomography imaging

W Wang, Y Cui, X Sun, H Zhang, W Yin, X Cui… - Journal of Orthopaedic …, 2024 - Springer
Background Endoscopic spine lumbar interbody fusion (Endo-LIF) is well-regarded within
the academic community. However, it presents challenges such as intraoperative …

[HTML][HTML] Impact of the learning curve of percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy on clinical outcomes: a systematic review

R Ali, MJ Hagan, A Bajaj, JNA Gibson… - Interdisciplinary …, 2023 - Elsevier
Although it is well-recognized within the endoscopic spine community that a learning curve
exists for percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD), it is less well understood …

Immune response to foreign materials in spinal fusion surgery

J Cai, W Wang, P Cai, B Cao - Heliyon, 2023 - cell.com
Spinal fusion surgery is a common procedure used to stabilize the spine and treat back pain.
The procedure involves the use of foreign materials such as screws, rods, or cages, which …

Overview of endoscopic spine surgery and learning curve

O Maayan, E Mai, AYE Kim, S Iyer - Seminars in Spine Surgery, 2024 - Elsevier
Spine surgery has witnessed significant advancements in endoscopic techniques over the
past several decades. Compared to open approaches, endoscopic spine surgery allows for …

Utility of large diameter visible trephine in percutaneous endoscopic lumbar interbody fusion: a technical report

K Li, T Yan, Z Lu, L Wang, Y Hao, C Lv - World Neurosurgery, 2022 - Elsevier
Purpose In this study, a large diameter visible trephine was designed and used in
percutaneous endoscopic lumbar interbody fusion to increase endoscopic bone …

Biportal Versus Uniportal Lumbar Decompression—Indications and Efficacy: A Review With Case Examples

FW Sun, KE Chang, J Shen, AE Telfeian - Neurosurgery, 2025 - journals.lww.com
Minimally invasive lumbar decompression surgery offers many advantages including
reduced patient morbidity and quicker return to normal life. Endoscopic lumbar spine …