Full-endoscopic posterior foraminotomy surgery for cervical disc herniations.

Area of Science:

• Neurosurgery
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Spinal Endoscopy

Background:

• Cervical disc herniation frequently causes radicular symptoms.
• Traditional surgical approaches may involve significant tissue disruption.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy and safety of full-endoscopic posterior surgery for cervical disc herniation.
• To assess outcomes in patients undergoing this minimally invasive technique.

Main Methods:

• The study involved 87 patients with cervical disc herniation and radicular symptoms.
• A full-endoscopic posterior approach was utilized, accessing the facet joint and performing decompression under endoscopic guidance.
• Patients were followed for 2 years post-surgery.

Main Results:

• Significant improvement in symptoms was observed in the majority of patients.
• The procedure demonstrated a low rate of serious complications.
• 93% of patients reported willingness to undergo the procedure again, with 5 revisions needed.

Conclusions:

• Full-endoscopic posterior surgery is a safe and effective treatment for cervical disc herniation.
• This minimally invasive technique offers substantial patient benefit and high satisfaction rates.
• It represents a viable alternative to traditional surgical methods for select spinal pathologies.