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Modified Posterior Vertebral Column Resection for Patients with Thoracolumbar Kyphotic Deformity
Published on: September 16, 2022
En bloc vertebrectomy: A radical technique for spinal metastases but rarely used
Mohammed Yassine Haouas1, Nassima Daite2, Khalid Aadoud2
1Department of Neurosurgery University Hospital Center IBN Rochd Casablanca, Morocco; Laboratory of Research on Neurologic, Neurosensorial Diseases and Disability, Faculty of MEDECINE, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
Introduction And Importance:
Total vertebrectomy En bloc by posterior approach is proposed for primary or secondary single-site malignant tumors of the spine to reduce local recurrence and increase patient survival. This type of surgery is gaining increasing recognition. However, it requires a high level of technical skill and knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the spine.
Case Presentation:
We present here a case of a patient with a single thoracic metastasis with neurological deficit treated by total vertebrectomy via the posterior approach, using a cage and pedicle screws in situ.
Discussion:
This surgery is technically demanding, and patient selection therefore requires careful preoperative evaluation.
Conclusion:
The reproducibility of the En bloc vertebrectomy method documented in the literature is demonstrated and supported by our case.
