Author(s)

Bheemasetty Rakesh, Yun Tao Wang^*

Department of Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Zhongda Hospital, Southeast University, Nanjing, China.

Percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD) is a minimally invasive technique started during the late 20th century. This process is done through microscopic view under local anesthesia. There is a growing but still insufficient evidence that lumbar EDS shows slightly better results in terms of minor tissue damage, shorter hospital stay, faster return to ordinary daily activities, and patient satisfaction. Recurrence rate still remains a matter of debate, and is related with the surgical skills of the surgeon. The complication rate seems to be similar in both of the techniques i.e., open and endoscopic. More randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews and meta-analysis are needed to clarify whether lumbar EDS can be considered comparable if not superior to standard open discectomy. In spite of lacking defined clinical evidence, lumbar EDS is without doubt a rapidly expanding PELD and its future developments are incredibly promising. Due to less complication rate this technique can be considered as a gold standard compared to the open discectomy. The surgeons still require more cadaveric practices for learning the curve and to approach the herniated disc area. The main objective of this review article is to show the clinical outcomes of the Transforaminal Percutaneous Endoscopic Discectomy in treating the lumbar disc herniation.

Endoscopic Visualization, Intervertebral Disc, Fluoroscope Guidance, Selective Chromoendoscopy, Intervertebral Nucleotomy, Lumbar Disc Herniation

Rakesh, B. and Wang, Y. (2018) The Clinical Outcomes of Transforaminal Percutaneous Endoscopic Discectomy in Treating Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Review. Open Journal of Orthopedics, 8, 57-66. doi: 10.4236/ojo.2018.82008.