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Posterior Transdural Discectomy for Thoracic Disc Herniation.

Seref Dogan1, Mevlut Ozgur Taskapilioglu, Pinar Eser

  • 1Bursa Uludag University, School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Bursa, Turkey.

Turkish Neurosurgery
|May 5, 2023
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Summary

Posterior transdural discectomy is a safe and effective surgical option for thoracic disc herniation. This minimally invasive technique offers direct access, leading to improved or maintained neurological status in patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

  • Thoracic disc herniations can cause significant neurological deficits.
  • Surgical intervention is often necessary for symptom relief and functional recovery.
  • The posterior transdural approach offers a direct route to thoracic disc pathology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the safety and efficacy of the posterior transdural discectomy technique.
  • To evaluate surgical outcomes and complication rates associated with this approach.
  • To determine the suitability of the posterior transdural approach for specific types of thoracic disc herniations.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of seven patients who underwent posterior transdural discectomy.
  • Evaluation of patient demographics, presenting symptoms, and affected spinal levels.

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  • Assessment of postoperative outcomes, including neurological status and complications, over a minimum 6-month follow-up period.

    • Main Results:

    • Seven patients (5 male, 2 female; age 17-74) underwent the procedure between 2012-2020.
    • Numbness was the most common symptom; T10-11 was the most affected level.
    • No cerebrospinal fluid leaks or neurological complications occurred; all patients improved or maintained neurological status.

    Conclusions:

    • Posterior transdural discectomy is a safe and effective surgical option for thoracic disc herniation.
    • The procedure provides direct surgical access, particularly beneficial for lateral and paracentral disc herniations.
    • No secondary neurological deterioration or need for reoperation was observed.