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A neurosurgical approach to far-lateral disc herniation. Technical note
J A Jane1, C S Haworth, W C Broaddus
1Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Charlottesville.
Journal of Neurosurgery
|January 1, 1990
Summary
A novel surgical technique allows surgeons to access far-lateral intervertebral disc herniations by slightly modifying the standard approach, preserving the facet joint. This method avoids facet disruption during the procedure.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Spinal Surgery
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Far-lateral intervertebral disc herniations pose surgical challenges.
- Standard approaches may risk disrupting the facet joint.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a modified neurosurgical technique.
- To expose far-lateral disc herniations while preserving the facet joint.
Main Methods:
- A simple modification of the standard neurosurgical approach.
- Detailed description of the surgical steps involved.
Main Results:
- Successful exposure of far-lateral disc herniations.
- Preservation of the facet joint integrity.
Conclusions:
- The described technique offers a viable alternative for treating far-lateral disc herniations.
- This modification simplifies the surgical approach and minimizes facet joint disruption.