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Giulia Cossu1,2, Mahmoud Messerer3,4, Juan Barges-Coll3,4

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery Unit, Lausanne University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland. giulia.cossu@chuv.ch.

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Posterior cervical foraminotomy (PCF) using tubular retractors is a safe and effective minimally invasive treatment for isolated foraminal stenosis causing radiculopathy. This technique offers rapid patient recovery with limited risk of spinal instability.

Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures

Background:

  • Cervical pathologies require diverse surgical approaches, including anterior and posterior methods.
  • Minimally invasive procedures have gained prominence in treating cervical conditions over recent decades.
  • Posterior cervical foraminotomy (PCF) is indicated for isolated foraminal stenosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the technique of Posterior Cervical Foraminotomy (PCF) using tubular retractors.
  • To detail the advantages and limitations of this minimally invasive surgical approach.

Main Methods:

  • Step-by-step description of PCF performed with tubular retractors.
  • Detailed analysis of the surgical technique's benefits and drawbacks.
Keywords:
Cervical spineForaminotomyMetrXMinimally invasive spine surgeryTubular retractor

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Main Results:

  • PCF with tubular retractors is a safe and efficient option for unilateral radiculopathy due to isolated cervical disease.
  • Drilling only the medial third of the facet joint minimizes the risk of mechanical instability.
  • Patients undergoing this procedure experience rapid functional recovery.

Conclusions:

  • Minimally invasive PCF using tubular retractors is a viable alternative for specific cervical pathologies.
  • The technique allows for targeted decompression while preserving spinal stability.
  • Rapid functional recovery is a key benefit for patients treated with this method.