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Percutaneous cervical diskectomy: preliminary experience

G Bonaldi1, G Minonzio, G Belloni

  • 1Department of Neuroradiology, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione E. e S. Macchi, Varese, Italy.

Neuroradiology
|August 1, 1994
PubMed
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Percutaneous treatment of cervical herniated discs is feasible, with ultrasound guidance improving safety. This minimally invasive approach offers an alternative for patients unsuitable for open surgery, potentially reducing complications.

Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

  • Cervical herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP) traditionally treated with open surgery.
  • Percutaneous lumbar diskectomy is established, but cervical region poses higher risks.
  • Open cervical surgery has low morbidity and minimal risk of epidural fibrosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility of percutaneous treatment for cervical herniated nucleus pulposus.
  • To explore a minimally invasive alternative for patients ineligible for open surgery.
  • To assess the safety and efficacy of a percutaneous approach in the cervical spine.

Main Methods:

  • Fifteen patients with cervical HNP underwent percutaneous treatment using the Nucleotome system.
  • Informed consent was obtained; patients refused or were ineligible for open surgery.

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  • Color Doppler sonography was employed for hazard detection after initial cases.

    • Main Results:

    • One complication (cervical hematoma) occurred due to inferior thyroid artery damage before ultrasound use.
    • The study demonstrated the potential for a low morbidity percutaneous cervical disc procedure.
    • Ultrasound guidance was crucial for identifying and avoiding vascular structures.

    Conclusions:

    • Percutaneous cervical disc treatment is feasible, particularly with ultrasound guidance.
    • This technique offers a viable option for high-risk patients or those refusing open surgery.
    • Further research is warranted to refine safety and efficacy for cervical HNP treatment.