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Abstract

Medicine

Full-Endoscopic Foraminoplasty and Lumbar Discectomy for Single-Level Lumbar Disc Herniation

Published: March 1st, 2024

DOI:

10.3791/66124

1Department of Spinal Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, 2Hebei Medical University, 3Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University

* These authors contributed equally

Abstract

The Transforaminal Endoscopic Surgical System (TESSYS) technique has gained popularity for the treatment of lumbar disc herniations. Foraminoplasty is the key procedure in TESSYS. However, it requires advanced skills and long-term learning, which hinder its widespread adoption among surgeons. Recently, the introduction of full-endoscopic solutions has made the process more manageable. The main difference from traditional single-portal endoscopic surgery is that full-endoscopic surgery is equipped with a larger working channel, allowing full visualization of foraminoplasty and decreasing reliance on intraoperative fluoroscopy. Recently, published studies have shown that full-endoscopic foraminoplasty and lumbar discectomy (FEFLD) could achieve comparable results to conventional microdiscectomy in terms of pain relief and functional outcomes, while enhancing postoperative recovery. This study describes the technique of FEFLD in detail, including every crucial step, such as patient positioning, puncture trajectory, endoscopic dissection of the superior articular process (SAP), endoscopic foraminoplasty, and more. We hope this will be helpful to beginners who wish to apply this approach.

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Keywords Full endoscopic Foraminoplasty

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