Use of an Internal Retractor for Percutaneous Full-Endoscopic Resection in Cervical Intervertebral Disc Herniation with a Posterior Approach
- Author:
Shu NAKAMURA
1
;
Mitsuto TAGUCHI
Author Information
- Publication Type:Clinical Study
- From:Asian Spine Journal 2020;14(4):489-494
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:0
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Abstract:
Methods:Our new internal retractor can be inserted into the working channel of a percutaneous full-endoscope, enabling the insertion of a second tool. After partial foraminotomy, the internal retractor and forceps were manipulated to reliably retract the nerve root. Finally, the herniated disc was resected under an endoscopic view.
Results:All six cases had a good postoperative course, and postoperative neuropathy was not observed.
Conclusions:This internal retractor allows for the secure resection herniated cervical intervertebral discs.
