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A transsternoclavicular approach for the anterior decompression and fusion of the upper thoracic spine. Technical
Mutsuhiro Tamura1, Masashi Saito, Masafumi Machida
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Murayama Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan. mutamura@k9.dion.ne.jp
Journal of Neurosurgery. Spine
|March 3, 2005
Abstract:
The anterior approach is commonly used to reach the upper thoracic region to achieve decompression and stabilization; however, upper thoracic lesions are difficult to treat because of the regional anatomical structures, and this approach is associated with risks of complication. The authors evaluated the advantages of using a transsternoclavicular approach to aid in treating upper thoracic lesions. The procedure and surgery-related outcomes are discussed.