Awake Endoscopic Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Technical Note.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Advances in modern spinal fusion techniques have allowed for less peri-operative morbidity and more rapid recovery from surgery. The addition of endoscopy to minimally invasive surgery (MIS) fusion techniques represents the latest progression of efforts to minimize the impact of surgical intervention.

Technique

MIS transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) is performed endoscopically through a sub-centimeter working portal. Patients undergo light conscious sedation and remain awake to facilitate feedback with the surgeon and enhance post-operative recovery.

Results

Previously reported results of the first 100 cases performed by the senior author at a single institution are summarized. This cohort has been characterized by brief post-operative length of

SUBMITTER: Butler AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7253549 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature