Kim Daniel H., Choi Gun, Lee Sang-Ho (eds.) Endoscopic Spine Procedures

Thieme, 2011. — 296 p. — ISBN: 978-1-60406-307-3Endoscopic Spine Procedures combines the vast experience of internationally recognized spine surgery experts and provides detailed coverage of operative techniques for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.This book begins with an overview of the principles of percutaneous endoscopic spine surgery followed by a detailed discussion of applied anatomy, surgical approaches and techniques, and potential complications for the different spine regions. Each chapter contains concise, step-by-step descriptions of the procedures enhanced by clearly labeled illustrations.This concise technical guide is an essential resource for neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, interventional radiologists, or anyone involved in the care of patients with spine disorders.Principles and Essentials of Percutaneous Endoscopic Spine Surgery
History of Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Endoscopic Surgical Instruments
Operating Room Setup
Selection and Use of Lasers and Their Safety
Anesthesia
Percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical Diskectomy (PECD)
Applied Anatomy for Percutaneous Approaches to the Cervical Spine
Surgical Techniques in Percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical Diskectomy
Case Presentations and Surgical Technique: Percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical Diskectomy
Complications in Percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical Diskectomy
Percutaneous Endoscopic Thoracic Diskectomy (PETD)
Applied Anatomy and Percutaneous Approaches to the Thoracic Spine
Surgical Techniques in Percutaneous Endoscopic Thoracic Diskectomy
Case Presentations and Surgical Technique: Percutaneous Endoscopic Thoracic Diskectomy
Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Diskectomy (PELD)
Applied Anatomy and Percutaneous Approaches to the Lumbar Spine
Transforaminal Surgical Approach
Extraforaminal Surgical Approach
Surgical Technique for Migrated Disk with Foraminoplasty
Interlaminar Surgical Approach
Case Presentations and Surgical Technique: Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Diskectomy
Case Presentations and Surgical Technique: Special Lumbar Cases
Complications in Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Diskectomy