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- Thoracic disc herniation is a rare condition that can lead to serious neurological issues, and there's ongoing debate about the best surgical methods to treat it.
- This text explains a combined intra-extradural surgical approach, detailing a four-step technique that includes bony, extradural, intradural, and intra-extradural stages to treat posterolateral thoracic disk herniations.
- The study concludes that this surgical method effectively minimizes the risk of spinal cord injuries and cerebrospinal fluid leaks post-surgery.
Article Abstract
Background: Thoracic disc herniation is a rare degenerative spine disease that can cause severe neurological deficits. Nowadays, controversies still stand on the most effective surgical route.
Method: Herein, we describe the combined intra-extradural approach for a posterolateral thoracic disk herniation. We divided the technique into four steps: bony, extradural, intradural and intra-extradural. We disclose perioperative shrewdness aimed at improving outcomes and reducing complications.
Conclusion: The combined intra-extradural approach represents an effective technique for posterolateral thoracic disk herniations, reducing both the risk of spinal cord damages and post-operative CSF leaks.
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