The field of spine surgery is rapidly evolving, with a significant shift towards less invasive techniques to tackle degenerative spinal disorders that severely impact the quality of life and longevity. Medical advancements have fostered the development of methods that not only promise precision but are also tailored to reduce surgical risks and recovery times. Among the most notable advancements are the awake and endoscopic spine surgery techniques. These methods have become increasingly relevant, especially for elderly or medically vulnerable patients who may not tolerate traditional open surgeries under general anesthesia.
This Research Topic aims to consolidate the latest advancements and proven practices in the realm of minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery. It seeks to gather and disseminate high-quality research and reviews that showcase innovative techniques, discuss the efficacy of these procedures, and offer insights into their application in clinical settings. The goal is to enhance the practical application of these techniques, ensuring they can be effectively adopted to improve patient outcomes and overall satisfaction. We hope authors will offer more practical advice and invaluable insights applicable to real-world scenarios rather than theoretical ones.
We encourage submissions that cover a broad spectrum of related themes, including but not defined to:
- Advanced endoscopic methods for spinal treatment.
- Current trends and future directions in awake spine surgery.
- Strategies for managing complications during awake and endoscopic procedures.
- Development and impacts of training programs on surgical proficiency.
- Utilization of navigation systems and preoperative planning tools in spine surgery.
Keywords:
Awake, Endoscopic, Spine, Surgery, Minimally Invasive, Patient Outcomes, Quality of Life
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
The field of spine surgery is rapidly evolving, with a significant shift towards less invasive techniques to tackle degenerative spinal disorders that severely impact the quality of life and longevity. Medical advancements have fostered the development of methods that not only promise precision but are also tailored to reduce surgical risks and recovery times. Among the most notable advancements are the awake and endoscopic spine surgery techniques. These methods have become increasingly relevant, especially for elderly or medically vulnerable patients who may not tolerate traditional open surgeries under general anesthesia.
This Research Topic aims to consolidate the latest advancements and proven practices in the realm of minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery. It seeks to gather and disseminate high-quality research and reviews that showcase innovative techniques, discuss the efficacy of these procedures, and offer insights into their application in clinical settings. The goal is to enhance the practical application of these techniques, ensuring they can be effectively adopted to improve patient outcomes and overall satisfaction. We hope authors will offer more practical advice and invaluable insights applicable to real-world scenarios rather than theoretical ones.
We encourage submissions that cover a broad spectrum of related themes, including but not defined to:
- Advanced endoscopic methods for spinal treatment.
- Current trends and future directions in awake spine surgery.
- Strategies for managing complications during awake and endoscopic procedures.
- Development and impacts of training programs on surgical proficiency.
- Utilization of navigation systems and preoperative planning tools in spine surgery.
Keywords:
Awake, Endoscopic, Spine, Surgery, Minimally Invasive, Patient Outcomes, Quality of Life
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.