Minimally Invasive Biportal Endoscopic Spinal Cord Stimulation : Technical Report and Case Series.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The insertion of a surgical paddle lead for spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a cornerstone therapy for chronic refractory pain, with lower impedance and reduced battery usage than a percutaneous lead. However, the greater invasiveness of this procedure can cause complications.

Methods

This study introduces a novel SCS technique using the unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) approach, illustrated through intraoperative images and endoscopic videos. We retrospectively reviewed 14 patients who underwent SCS using the UBE technique. Clinical, surgical, and radiological data were collected from electronic medical records and surgical videos.

Results

A total of 14 patients (five females, nine males) were included in the study. The mean endoscopic operating time was

SUBMITTER: Ko YS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12790915 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature