Two-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Performed Using a Three-Dimensional Exoscope.

Authors

Steve S Cho
Bryan S. Lee, Center for Spine Health, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, Arizona, USA.Follow

Document Type

Article

Abstract

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a common neurosurgical procedure. Portions of the procedure, such as the discectomy, foraminotomy, graft placement, and plate placement, are often performed using operating microscopes to maximize visualization and minimize neurovascular injury. Although standard operating microscopes offer superb visualization, they lack ergonomic and educational utility. With modern advancements in digital imaging and stereopsis, there has been a surge of interest in evaluating modern exoscopes for their utility in cranial and spinal neurosurgery.

Medical Subject Headings

Humans; Diskectomy; Spinal Fusion; Cervical Vertebrae; Imaging, Three-Dimensional; Middle Aged; Male; Female; Microsurgery

Publication Date

5-1-2024

Publication Title

World Neurosurg

ISSN

1878-8769

Volume

185

First Page

114

Last Page

114

PubMed ID

38354771

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1016/j.wneu.2024.02.028

Recommended Citation

Cho, Steve S and Lee, Bryan S., "Two-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Performed Using a Three-Dimensional Exoscope." (2024). Neurosurgery. 2033.
https://scholar.barrowneuro.org/neurosurgery/2033