Journal of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery & Technique (JMISST)

January 31, 2025

From the Editor-in-Chief: Preparing for the Robotic Era in Spinal Treatment and Surgery

Hyeun Sung Kim

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S1-S2.

In the future, mankind will live a longer, healthier, and happier life, and conquering degenerative diseases, especially degenerative spinal diseases, will be a very important part of achieving this. Ultimately,...

January 31, 2025

A Terminological Suggestion for Spinal Endoscopes

Guan-Chyuan Wang, Kuo-Tai Chen, Hyeun Sung Kim, Chien-Min Chen

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S3-S5.

INTRODUCTION In recent years, the field of spine surgery has witnessed a remarkable transformation with the advent of endoscopic techniques. Endoscopic spine surgery, initially introduced as a minimally invasive approach for...

September 20, 2024

Validation of a Novel Provocative Examination Maneuver for the Diagnosis of Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis Through Selective Nerve Root Block Outcomes

Jaspal R. Singh, Heidi Chen, Artine Arzani, Jacob L. Goldberg, Rodrigo Navarro-Ramirez, Ibrahim Hussain, Roger Härtl

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S6-S13.

Objective: Lumbar foraminal stenosis can lead radiculopathy in a subset of patients. Imaging findings have a high false-positive rate. The Kemp test is a provocative maneuver that has traditionally been...

January 31, 2025

Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Discectomy for Upper Thoracic Herniated Discs (T1–2): A Case Report and Technical Notes

Bang-Sang Hahn, Choon Keun Park, Jin Sub Hwang, Yong-Eun Cho, Jae-Won Jang, Dong-Geun Lee

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S14-S19.

This report presents 2 cases of T1–2 disc herniation managed with unilateral biportal endoscopic (UBE) discectomy. Both patients experienced severe arm pain and neurological impairments due to paracentral disc herniations...

January 31, 2025

Hemostasis in Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Ting Ting Feng, Woo-Keun Kwon, Ji Min Ling, Thomas Choo Heng Tan

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S20-S26.

Bleeding is a commonly encountered problem in spine surgery. The increasing popularity of endoscopic spine surgery poses new challenges to spine surgeons, especially those who are embarking on the learning...

January 31, 2025

Why the Large Working Channel Uniportal Endoscope is Better for Patients With Obesity Than the Unilateral Biportal Endoscope at Lower Lumbar Levels: A Technical Note

Parvez Shamim, Cheol Woong Park

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S27-S33.

The large working channel (LWC) uniportal endoscope offers significant advantages over the traditional unilateral biportal endoscopy for obese patients at lower lumbar levels. The LWC features a broader working channel...

January 31, 2025

Endoscopic Approach for Low Back Pain and Foraminal Pathologies

Jeong-Yoon Park, Koichi Sairyo, Yukoh Ohara, Keng Chang Liu

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S34-S36.

Low back pain (LBP) remains a globally pervasive issue, significantly impacting the quality of life and work capabilities of a large portion of the adult population [1]. It is one...

January 31, 2025

Anatomy and Pathology of the L5 Exiting Nerve in the Lumbosacral Spine

Kuo-Tai Chen, Chien-Min Chen

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S37-S41.

The surgical anatomy of the lumbosacral spine junction is different from that of the other rostral levels. Its unique anatomy makes the L5 exiting nerve vulnerable to compression. The limited...

January 31, 2025

Full-Endoscopic Lumbar Rhizotomy for the Treatment of Facetogenic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review of the Current Literature

Chao-Jui Chang, Yuan-Fu Liu, Yu-Meng Hsiao, Wei-Lun Chang, Yi-Hung Huang, Keng-Chang Liu, Che-Chia Hsu, Ming-Long Yeh, Cheng-Li Lin

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S42-S51.

Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a pervasive and debilitating condition, affecting millions of individuals globally and imposing a significant burden on healthcare systems. Traditional treatment modalities often have limited...

July 5, 2024

Evaluation of Traversing Nerve Root Injuries During Endoscopic Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Observation of Traversing Root via an Accessory Portal

Alvin Kai Xing Lee, Chien-Min Chen, Se-Yi Chen, Chia-Yu Lin, Pang-Hsuan Hsiao, Hsien-Te Chen, Chun Tseng

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S52-S57.

Objective: The aim of this study was to observe possible risks for traversing root injuries during endoscopic transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (endo-TLIF) via an accessory portal. Methods: Twenty patients were recruited...

January 31, 2025

Minimally Invasive Strategy for Uniportal Full-Endoscopic Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion Using a Large Cage Utilized in Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Hyun-Jin Ma, Sang Ho Lee, Chan Hong Park

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S58-S66.

A spine endoscope can be used for lumbar interbody fusion, and endoscopic spinal surgery has various advantages over conventional open surgery. With just one small incision, uniportal full-endoscopic surgery can...

January 31, 2025

Full-Endoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion Using the Modified Transfacet Approach: A Novel Technique to Reduce the Risk of Inadvertent Neurovascular Injury

Akarawit Asawasaksakul, Abhirat Suebsing, Warayos Trathitephun, Jin-Sung Kim, Siravich Suvithayasiri

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S67-S74.

This study evaluated the feasibility and safety of a novel "transfacet" technique in full-endoscopic lumbar interbody fusion (FE-LIF) aimed at reducing neurovascular risks through improved visualization and preservation of the...

January 31, 2025

Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy-Assisted Thoracic Interbody Cage Insertion for the Treatment of Proximal Junctional Failure

Hun-Chul Kim, Jin Young Lee, Hyeon Guk Cho, Jeong Woo Park, Sang-Ho Han, Young-Il Ko

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S75-S80.

In the thoracic spine, when disc herniation causes cord compression in the anterior region, it is difficult to access the disc space. When using the unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) technique,...

January 31, 2025

Exploring Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy for Lumbar Intradural Lesions: A Technical and Video Report on Benefits and Key Considerations

Cheng-Ying Lee, Cheol Woong Park

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S81-S88.

Lumbar Intradural extramedullary schwannomas often cause neurological symptoms, and complete surgical removal is mandatory. Traditional surgical procedures for tumor removal have numerous disadvantages, including extensive muscle dissection, prolonged recovery, and...

January 31, 2025

Extramedullary Spinal Tumor Excision With the Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery Technique

Shao-Keh Hsu, Lunghsing Lee

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S89-S97.

Minimally invasive surgery is being increasingly used in numerous surgical procedures, and the management of intraspinal lesions is no exception. For spinal lesions, extensive muscle splitting and bony destruction induce...

January 31, 2025

Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Management of Cement Leakage After Cement-Augmented Pedicle Screw Fixation: A Technical Report

Kihyun Moon, Jung Sug Kim, Won Joong Kim

J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2025;10(Suppl 1):S98-S103.

With the growth of the population of older adults, cement-augmented pedicle screws (CAPS) have become more commonly employed. Although CAPS are considered safe, cement leakage can occur, leading to complications....

Current Issue: Volume 10(Suppl 1); Jan 2025

Advanced Technique of 360° Decompression for Thoracic Spondylotic Myelopathy Using the Biportal Endoscopic Posterior Approach. J Minim Invasive Spine Surg Tech. 2024;9:102-109

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