{"title":"An Artificial Disc and the Start of a New Era in Spine Treatment.","authors":"Karin Büttner-Janz","doi":"10.14444/8738","DOIUrl":"10.14444/8738","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"S11-S12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12050372/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143606590","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Spine Arthroplasty Society Transition to the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery.","authors":"Thomas J Errico","doi":"10.14444/8743","DOIUrl":"10.14444/8743","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"S13-S14"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12050368/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143743129","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Future of Arthroplasty in the Spine.","authors":"Matthew Scott-Young, Oscar L Alves","doi":"10.14444/8737","DOIUrl":"10.14444/8737","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The evolution of spinal arthroplasty, a significant journey that began in the 1960s and 1970s, has seen remarkable progress. Initially designed to preserve motion at spinal segments and avoid complications associated with fusion surgeries, early designs faced setbacks due to rudimentary concepts and limited materials. However, the 1980s marked a turning point with the development of modern total disc replacement concepts, utilizing advanced materials such as titanium and polyethylene to improve implant longevity and integration. The early 2000s saw crucial approvals by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, leading to broader clinical adoption.By the 2010s, cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA) had been refined through innovations such as patient-specific implants and the integration of robotics and surgical navigation. Cervical disc arthroplasty and lumbar disc arthroplasty are effective alternatives to fusion, particularly in preserving motion and reducing adjacent segment disease. Ongoing research continues to focus on viscoelastic arthroplasty and the integration of biologics to enhance outcomes, providing reassurance about the continuous improvement in spinal arthroplasty and instilling optimism about its future.Selecting patients for arthroplasty is a critical process that requires careful consideration. Ideal candidates display symptoms unresponsive to conservative treatments, have adequate disc height, and possess good bone quality. As arthroplasty typically preserves motion, it is less suited for patients with severe joint diseases or significant spinal stiffness. This emphasis on patient selection underscores the need for thorough evaluation and the importance of considering individual patient factors.Despite its benefits, the adoption of disc arthroplasty faces barriers such as high costs, stringent inclusion criteria, and the need for specialized surgical training. Overcoming these barriers requires advocacy, improved training, and potentially revising inclusion criteria to ensure more patients can benefit from these advanced treatments. The future of spinal arthroplasty looks promising, with potential advancements in biokinetics, biomaterials, and the broader application of minimally invasive techniques. This ongoing evolution promises to improve clinical outcomes and significantly enhance patient quality of life, offering hope for a better future in spinal arthroplasty.</p>","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"S25-S37"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12050378/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143606599","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Innovation and Adversity in Spine Surgery: A Retrospective.","authors":"Domagoj Coric","doi":"10.14444/8736","DOIUrl":"10.14444/8736","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"S20-S24"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12050373/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143606596","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Scott L Blumenthal, Richard D Guyer, Stephen H Hochschuler, Jack E Zigler
{"title":"A Revolution in Spine Care and the 25th Anniversary of the Founding of the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery.","authors":"Scott L Blumenthal, Richard D Guyer, Stephen H Hochschuler, Jack E Zigler","doi":"10.14444/8740","DOIUrl":"10.14444/8740","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"S16-S17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12050369/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143617535","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jean-Charles Le Huec, Thibault Cloche, Juan Toussaint, David Abou-Merhi, Laurent Balabaud, Nicolas Pointet, Wendy Thompson
{"title":"The Importance of Balance in the Use of Spine Prostheses.","authors":"Jean-Charles Le Huec, Thibault Cloche, Juan Toussaint, David Abou-Merhi, Laurent Balabaud, Nicolas Pointet, Wendy Thompson","doi":"10.14444/8742","DOIUrl":"10.14444/8742","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"S15"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12050376/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143693698","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Key Role of the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery in Advancing Spine Arthroplasty.","authors":"Matthew F Gornet","doi":"10.14444/8747","DOIUrl":"10.14444/8747","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"S18"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12050371/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732184","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Juan Antonio Ponce-Gómez, María Fernanda Tejada-Pineda, Marco Muñuzuri-Camacho, Sergio Moreno-Jiménez, Samuel Romano-Feinholz, Victor Alcocer-Barradas, Marcela Amparo Osuna-Zazueta, José Pablo Zárate-García, Júlia Moscardini-Martelli, Luis Alberto Ortega-Porcayo
{"title":"Lumbar Intramuscular Myxoma: Microsurgical Resection With Assistance From an Endoscopic Microinspection Tool.","authors":"Juan Antonio Ponce-Gómez, María Fernanda Tejada-Pineda, Marco Muñuzuri-Camacho, Sergio Moreno-Jiménez, Samuel Romano-Feinholz, Victor Alcocer-Barradas, Marcela Amparo Osuna-Zazueta, José Pablo Zárate-García, Júlia Moscardini-Martelli, Luis Alberto Ortega-Porcayo","doi":"10.14444/8733","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14444/8733","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Intramuscular myxomas (IMs) are rare benign neoplasms of fibroblastic origin, typically presenting in adults, with a female predominance. IMs are uncommonly located in the skeletal muscles, most frequently in the thighs, but rarely in the paraspinal region. IM may be located deeply in this region and that could present a challenge for complete resection.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>A 66-year-old woman presented with progressive lower back pain and radicular symptoms, which were due to a paraspinal IM.</p><p><strong>Case management: </strong>The patient underwent a minimally invasive microsurgical resection assisted by a 45° endoscopic microinspection tool (QEVO) to enhance visualization and access the lateral compartment of the tumor. Microsurgical dissection assisted with endoscopic visualization allowed successful resection of the tumor, including its lateral compartment, without extensive muscle transection. No complications occurred during or after surgery, and the patient reported complete symptom relief with no recurrence after 2 years.</p><p><strong>Technology: </strong>This case demonstrates the value of integrating endoscopic tools in spinal surgery, particularly in cases where conventional microsurgical techniques are insufficient for complete tumor resection using less invasive approaches. The enhanced visualization provided by the 45° endoscope facilitated the successful resection of a paraspinal lesion, improving surgical precision and patient outcomes.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The QEVO microinspection tool is an effective adjunct to microsurgical techniques, offering enhanced visualization and precision during tumor resection. This case highlights its potential to address the challenges posed by deeply located paralumbar tumors. As further research explores its use in spine surgery, this microinspection tool could become an important asset in minimally invasive spinal tumor resections, improving patient outcomes through better tissue preservation and complete resection.</p><p><strong>Level of evidence: 5: </strong></p>","PeriodicalId":38486,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Spine Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-04-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143774430","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}