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Thoracoscopic exposure of intervertebral discs
1Centennial Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee, USA.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|April 1, 1996
Summary
Video-assisted thoracic surgery offers a less invasive approach to the anterior thoracic spine. This technique successfully treats thoracic disc disease, improving patient outcomes without the risks of open surgery.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Spine Surgery
Background:
- Open thoracotomy for anterior thoracic spine access carries significant morbidity.
- Advancements in diagnostics have increased awareness of thoracic herniated nucleus pulposus (THNP).
- THNP can cause significant neurological deficits and pain.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present video-assisted thoracic surgical (VATS) exposure techniques for the anterior thoracic spine.
- To demonstrate the successful application of VATS in treating thoracic disc disease.
- To highlight VATS as a viable alternative to open thoracotomy.
Main Methods:
- Utilized minimally invasive video-assisted thoracic surgical techniques.
- Focused on surgical exposure of the thoracic spine from T-2 to T-12.
- Employed VATS for the treatment of thoracic disc herniations.
Main Results:
- Successfully achieved anterior thoracic spine access with VATS.
- Demonstrated effective treatment of thoracic disc disease using VATS.
- Avoided the morbidity associated with open thoracotomy.
Conclusions:
- Video-assisted thoracic surgery is a safe and effective method for accessing the anterior thoracic spine.
- VATS provides a less morbid alternative for treating thoracic disc disease.
- These techniques are applicable for thoracic disc disease from T-2 to T-12.