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Latest Developments in Minimally Invasive Spinal Treatment
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Special Issue "Latest Developments in Minimally Invasive Spinal Treatment"

A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "General Surgery".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2024 | Viewed by 2246

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Dr. Benjamin D. Elder

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Department of Neurosurgery, Orthopedics and Biomedical Engineering, Mayo Clinic School of Medicine, 200 1st St. SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
Interests: bone health optimization; spinopelvic biomechanics; adult spinal deformity; normal-pressure hydrocephalus
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Dear Colleagues,

The use of minimally invasive strategies for the surgical treatment of spinal pathology has significantly increased, including expansion to techniques for treating spinal tumors and spinal deformities. Additionally, there has been an explosion of new technologies over the past decade including spinal robotics and new navigation-based techniques that have made some of these techniques more accessible and increased patient safety. However, it has been challenging to identify the optimal assessments at follow-up to discern the most appropriate strategy for each patient. This Special Issue intends to provide room for new concepts, new ideas, and new strategies which will help to address the future needs of our patients.

Dr. Benjamin D. Elder
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • minimally invasive spine surgery
  • spinal fusion
  • discectomy
  • endoscopic
  • spinal deformity surgery
  • robotic spine surgery
  • neuronavigation

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Latest Developments in Minimally Invasive Spinal Treatment in Slovakia and Its Comparison with an Open Approach for the Treatment of Lumbar Degenerative Diseases
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Marina Potašová
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Peter Filipp
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Róbert Rusnák
,
Eva Moraučíková
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Katarína Repová
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Peter Kutiš
J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12(14), 4755; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12144755 - 18 Jul 2023
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The study describes the benefits of MIS-TLIF (minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion) and compares them with OTLIF (open transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion). It compares blood loss, length of hospitalization stays (LOS), operation time, and return of the patient to the environment. A [...] Read more.
The study describes the benefits of MIS-TLIF (minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion) and compares them with OTLIF (open transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion). It compares blood loss, length of hospitalization stays (LOS), operation time, and return of the patient to the environment. A total of 250 adults (109 males and 141 females), mean age 59.5 ± 12.6, who underwent MIS-TLIF in the Neurosurgery Clinic (NSC) Ruzomberok, Slovakia, because of lumbar degenerative diseases (LDD), participated in this retrospective study. Data were obtained from the patients’ medical records and from the standardized Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) index questionnaire. To compare ODI in our study sample, we used the Student’s Paired Sample Test. To compare the MIS-TLIF and OTLIF approaches, a meta-analysis was conducted. Confidence intervals were 95% CI. The test of homogeneity (Chi-square (Q)) and the degree of heterogeneity (I2 test) among the included studies were used. Statistical analyses were two-sided (α = 0.05). All monitored parameters were significantly better in MIS-TLIF group: blood loss (p < 0.001), operation time (p < 0.001), and ODI changes (p < 0.001). LOS (p < 0.042) were close to the significance level. ODI in the study sample decreased by 33.44% points after MIS-TLIF, and it significantly increased as well (p < 0.001). The percentage of patients who were satisfied with the surgery they underwent was 84.8%. The study confirmed that the MIS-TLIF method is in general gentler for the patient and allows the faster regeneration of patient’s health status compared to OTLIF. Full article
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Management of Spinal Metastasis by Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques: Surgical Principles and Indications—A Literature Review
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Mikael Meyer
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Kaissar Farah
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Toquart Aurélie
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Thomas Graillon
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Henry Dufour
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Stephane Fuentes
J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12(16), 5165; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12165165 - 08 Aug 2023
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Background: Spinal metastasis is becoming more frequent. This raises the topics of pain and neurological complications, which worsen the functional and survival prognosis of oncological population patients. Surgical treatment must be as complete as possible in order to decompress and stabilize without delaying [...] Read more.
Background: Spinal metastasis is becoming more frequent. This raises the topics of pain and neurological complications, which worsen the functional and survival prognosis of oncological population patients. Surgical treatment must be as complete as possible in order to decompress and stabilize without delaying the management of the oncological disease. Minimally invasive spine surgical techniques inflict less damage on the musculocutaneous plan than opened ones. Methods: Different minimally invasive techniques are proposed in this paper for the management of spinal metastasis. We used our experience, developed degenerative and traumatic pathologies, and referred to many authors, establishing a narrative review of our local practice. Results: Forty-eight articles were selected, and these allowed us to describe the different techniques: percutaneous methods such as vertebro/kyphoplasty, osteosynthesis, mini-open surgery, or that through a posterior or anterior approach. Also, some studies detail the contribution of new technologies, such as intraoperative CT scan and robotic assistance. Conclusions: It seems essential to offer a lasting solution to a spinal problem, such as in the form of pain relief, stabilization, and decompression. Our department has embraced a multidisciplinary and multidimensional approach to MISS, incorporating cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based practices. Full article
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Utility of MRI in Quantifying Tissue Injury in Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
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Ali Fahim Khan
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Grace Haynes
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Esmaeil Mohammadi
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Fauziyya Muhammad
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Sanaa Hameed
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Zachary A. Smith
J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12(9), 3337; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12093337 - 08 May 2023
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Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a progressive disease that worsens over time if untreated. However, the rate of progression can vary among individuals and may be influenced by various factors, such as the age of the patients, underlying conditions, and the severity and [...] Read more.
Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a progressive disease that worsens over time if untreated. However, the rate of progression can vary among individuals and may be influenced by various factors, such as the age of the patients, underlying conditions, and the severity and location of the spinal cord compression. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can help slow the progression of CSM and improve symptoms. There has been an increased use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) methods in diagnosing and managing CSM. MRI methods provide detailed images and quantitative structural and functional data of the cervical spinal cord and brain, allowing for an accurate evaluation of the extent and location of tissue injury. This review aims to provide an understanding of the use of MRI methods in interrogating functional and structural changes in the central nervous system in CSM. Further, we identified several challenges hindering the clinical utility of these neuroimaging methods. Full article
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