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Percutaneous spinal interventions.
Arun Paul Amar1, Donald W Larsen, George P Teitelbaum
1Yale University School of Medicine, 333 Cedar Street, PO Box 208082, New Haven, CT 06520-8082, USA. amar@aya.yale.edu
Neurosurgery Clinics of North America
|July 2, 2005
Summary
Minimally invasive spinal interventions like vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are increasingly used. These advanced neuroradiology techniques offer alternatives to traditional spine surgery.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Interventional Neuroradiology
- Spinal Procedures
Background:
- Interventional neuroradiology procedures for the spine are growing in popularity.
- These minimally invasive therapies can supplement or replace conventional spinal surgeries.
- Spinal interventions offer new treatment options for vertebral column conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey the background, current applications, and future potential of minimally invasive spinal interventions.
- To provide an overview of key percutaneous spinal procedures.
- To highlight advancements in interventional neuroradiology for spinal conditions.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and techniques in interventional neuroradiology.
- Discussion of procedures including vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and microcatheterization.
- Exploration of percutaneous intraspinal navigation and spinal fixation.
Main Results:
- Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are established minimally invasive treatments.
- Microcatheterization allows targeted drug delivery to the cervical epidural space.
- Percutaneous navigation and fixation offer new approaches to spinal surgery.
Conclusions:
- Minimally invasive spinal interventions are becoming a cornerstone of spine care.
- These techniques provide less invasive options compared to traditional open surgery.
- The field continues to evolve with new percutaneous approaches.