The evolution of interlaminar endoscopic spine surgery.

Area of Science:

• Neurosurgery
• Orthopedics
• Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

• Increasing prevalence of degenerative spondylopathy due to aging populations necessitates advanced surgical solutions.
• Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) techniques, including endoscopic approaches, are gaining global adoption.
• Endoscopic spine surgery has evolved significantly over the past two decades, with transforaminal and interlaminar approaches being key developments.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the evolution of interlaminar endoscopic spine surgery (IESS).
• To describe the future prospects and emerging technologies in IESS.
• To highlight the progression of endoscopic surgery from discectomy to spinal stenosis decompression.

Main Methods:

• Literature review focusing on advancements in endoscopic spine surgery techniques.
• Analysis of the development and application of transforaminal and interlaminar endoscopic approaches.
• Examination of emerging technologies and their impact on IESS.

Main Results:

• Endoscopic spine surgery has expanded its applications beyond discectomy to include spinal stenosis decompression.
• Innovative techniques and equipment have facilitated more complex endoscopic spinal procedures.
• The interlaminar approach is a significant development within endoscopic spine surgery.

Conclusions:

• Interlaminar endoscopic spine surgery (IESS) represents a significant advancement in minimally invasive spinal procedures.
• Continued technological innovation promises to further enhance the capabilities and applications of IESS.
• IESS offers promising future prospects for treating degenerative spinal conditions.