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Comparison between large interbody cage versus two smaller interbody cages in unilateral biportal endoscopic transforaminal interbody fusion

Biportal endoscopic lumbar transforaminal interbody fusion (TLIF) is becoming widespread in the treatment of lumbar degenerative conditions. Ultimately, a successful fusion needs to occur. The properties and effective contact area of the interbody cage are critical for fusion success and stability.

Biportal Endoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion With 3D Printed Double Cage: Technical Note and Preliminary Results

A small case series of biportal endoscopic transforaminal interbody fusion (BE-TLIF) has been reported. However, complications such as nonunion or subsidence can occur. The aim was to introduce the surgical technique of BELIF using two 3D printed cages.

Comparison of paraspinal muscle changes after biportal endoscopic and microscopic lumbar discectomy or decompression

This study aimed to assess paraspinal muscle changes following biportal endoscopic and microscopic lumbar spine surgery, including both discectomy and decompression procedures.

Clinical and Radiological Outcomes Following Biportal Endoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Comparative Study of Three Interbody Cage Strategies

While traditional open fusions yield high fusion rates, they can result in significant muscle damage. Biportal Endoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion (BELIF) has emerged. This study compares clinical and radiological outcomes of BELIF using three different interbody cage strategies.

Comparative Cost Analysis: Uniportal Endoscopy, Biportal Endoscopy, Microtubular, and Open Spine Surgery [Retrospective Review]

To perform a comparative cost analysis of unilateral biportal endoscopic surgery (UBE), uniportal endoscopic surgery, microtubular surgery, and open surgery in outpatient and inpatient settings.

Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes After Single-level Biportal Endoscopic Lumbar Paraspinal Foraminal Decompression

Intermediate outcomes of foraminal decompression (FD) have not been reported using biportal endoscopic assistance (biportal endoscopic-foraminal decompression [BE-FD]). The goal of this study was to evaluate the clinical and radiologic outcomes of FD and analyzing risk factors for less successful outcomes.

Risk Factors for Recurrent Disk Herniation After Biportal Endoscopic Diskectomy

The primary objective of this study was to analyze risk factor for recurrent disk herniation after biportal endoscopic diskectomy.

Biportal Endoscopic Cervical Laminectomy for Cervical Myelopathy: Clinical and Radiographic Short-Term Analysis

To analyze the clinical and radiologic outcomes of biportal endoscopic cervical laminectomy (BECL) for cervical myelopathy.

Correlation Between Clinical Improvement and Dural Sac Cross-Sectional Area Expansion in Biportal Endoscopic Lumbar Decompression

To correlate the changes in the dural area on MRI and clinical outcome after unilateral biportal endoscopic (UBE) decompression.

Equivalent Patient-Reported Clinical Outcomes Between Single-Level and Multilevel Biportal Endoscopic Decompression at 5-Year Follow-up

To compare long term clinical outcomes of single-level versus multilevel decompression using unilateral biportal endoscopic (UBE) decompression for degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis without instability

Lumbar foraminal pathology: Biportal endoscopic spine surgical approaches

Spinal endoscopic approaches, full-endoscopic or biportal, allow for access to various lumbar foraminal pathologies while preserving the integrity of back muscles and facet joints.

Thoracic spine endoscopic techniques

Endoscopic surgical options for treating thoracic spinal cord compression are discussed with two case reports, with emphasis on indications/contraindications and surgical techniques.

Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Lumbar Disc Herniation

Background: Unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) is a novel minimally invasive technique for the treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis and lumbar disc herniations. Uniportal endoscopy was utilized prior to the advent of UBE and has been considered the workhorse of endoscopic spine surgery (ESS) for lumbar discectomy and decompressive laminectomy.

Endoscopic Spine Surgery: Advertisement or Game Changer?

Endoscopic spine surgery is a rapidly developing technique. Initially used for diskectomies, endoscopic spine surgery is now considered for bony decompressions and fusions. Endoscopic spine surgery uses one or two small incisions so a camera can be inserted for visualization under high magnification while a working window is provided through the camera apparatus or through a separate incision.

Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery for Lumbar Laminectomy and Diskectomy: Postoperative Outcomes and Surgical Learning Curve, a Single US Surgeon's Experience

Introduction: Biportal endoscopic spine surgery (BESS) has gained traction for lumbar laminectomy and diskectomy. To justify the transition to BESS, outcomes and the surgical learning curve should be known. This study evaluates rates of complications with BESS and how these rates change with increased surgeon experience.

Biportal Endoscopic Transforaminal Interbody Fusion: Comparing Primary Versus Revision Cases

Background: The safety and efficacy of biportal endoscopic lumbar interbody fusion (BELIF) has been supported by many articles. Advantages include earlier rehabilitation and equal or superior fusion rates compared with other lumbar interbody fusion techniques.

A Comparison of 2 Cage Sizes in Biportal Endoscopic Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Objective: This study compared the fusion and subsidence rate and clinical outcomes when using different-sized static PEEK cages in BE-TLIF.

Editor for special edition of Seminars in Spine Surgery

Seminars in Spine Surgery

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