Object The authors have developed a novel technique for percutaneous fusion in which
standard microendoscopic discectomy is modified. Based on data obtained in their cadaveric …

OBJECTIVE: Lumbar spinal stenosis and spondylosis are major causes of morbidity among
the elderly. Surgical decompression is an effective treatment, but many elderly patients are …

OBJECTIVE: Synovial cysts are a rare cause of lumbar radiculopathy and back pain. Surgical
treatment is directed at complete excision of the cyst. We used minimally invasive surgical …

Object Experience with minimal-access surgical approaches for revision lumbar surgery has
not been previously reported. Methods During a 7-month period, 10 consecutive patients …

OBJECTIVE The use of technology-enhanced methods in spine surgery has increased
immensely over the past decade. Here, the authors present the largest systematic review and …

OBJECT Percutaneous pedicle screws are used to provide rigid internal fixation in minimally
invasive spinal procedures and generally require the use of Kirchner wires (or K-wires) as a …

Study Design. A retrospective study investigating the clinical outcome of the inside–outside
cranial bolt technique for occipitocervical stabilization used to manage rheumatoid arthritis …

BACKGROUND Surgical site infection (SSI) in spinal surgery contributes to significant
morbidity and healthcare resource utilization. Few studies have directly compared the rate of …

Object Several techniques for the surgical stabilization of the atlas and the axis have been
described. Placement of C-1 lateral mass screws is one of the latest technical advances, and …

Objective Percutaneous pedicle screws (PPS) are used to stabilize the spine after interbody
fusion in minimally invasive approaches. Recently, robotic assistance has been developed …