Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: An Overview.

Publication Type	Academic Article
Authors	Goldberg J, Härtl R, Elowitz E
Journal	World Neurosurg
Volume	163
Pagination	214-227
Date Published	07/01/2022
ISSN	1878-8769
Keywords	Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures, Spine
Abstract	Spinal surgery is undergoing a major transformation toward a minimally invasive paradigm. This shift is being driven by multiple factors, including the need to address spinal problems in an older and sicker population, as well as changes in patient preferences and reimbursement patterns. Increasingly, minimally invasive surgical techniques are being used in place of traditional open approaches due to significant advancements and implementation of intraoperative imaging and navigation technologies. However, in some patients, due to specific anatomic or pathologic factors, minimally invasive techniques are not always possible. Numerous algorithms have been described, and additional efforts are underway to better optimize patient selection for minimally invasive spinal surgery (MISS) procedures in order to achieve optimal outcomes. Numerous unique MISS approaches and techniques have been described, and several have become fundamental. Investigators are evaluating combinations of MISS techniques to further enhance the surgical workflow, patient safety, and efficiency.
DOI	10.1016/j.wneu.2022.03.114
PubMed ID	35729823