Master spine surgeons Alexander R. Vaccaro Richard G. Fessler and a cadre of esteemed
co-editors have compiled the most comprehensive textbook to date detailing minimally invasive
spine (MIS) versus open spine surgery techniques. Controversies in Spine Surgery MIS versus
OPEN: Best Evidence Recommendations features debates by renowned experts on one of the most
provocative topics in spine surgery. Twenty-four chapters systematically organized into four
sections - degenerative trauma tumor and other issues cover procedures and underlying
pathologies backed by a large diverse body of literature. MIS and open approaches are
thoroughly compared and contrasted in each chapter. Evidence is presented and analyzed in an
objective manner with 'opposing sides' presenting differing opinions and techniques resulting
in a synchronous collection of pros and cons. Every chapter is masterfully summed up by the
book's editors - each of whom have varying stances on the topics at hand. This unique 'duel'
and 'duet' discussion enables readers to assimilate information benefit from the balanced
harmony between divergent opinions and reach their own conclusions. Key Highlights Comparative
risks benefits complications and outcomes for a full spectrum of lumbar thoracic and
cervical procedures MIS versus open approaches for lumbar stenosis synovial cysts lumbar
adjacent segment degeneration degenerative scoliosis flatback syndrome thoracic disc
herniation and dural tears Tumor resection and stabilization quality of life issues and
potential advantages and risks of MIS techniques Key differences in MIS versus open operations
such as radiation exposure and costs Analysis of 3-D navigational imaging to improve outcomes
and reduce radiation exposure and operating time This book is a tremendous evidence-based tool
to guide spine surgeons as they make important decisions on selecting the most optimal spine
surgery techniques. It is a must-have resource for all resident and veteran orthopaedic
surgeons and neurosurgeons who specialize in treating patients with spine conditions. Alexander
R. Vaccaro MD PhD FACS MBA is Richard H. Rothman Professor and Chairman Department of
Orthopaedic Surgery and Professor of Neurosurgery Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals
and President The Rothman Institute Philadelphia Pennsylvania USA. Richard G. Fessler MD
PhD is Professor Department of Neurosurgery Rush University Medical Center Chicago
Illinois USA. Faheem A. Sandhu MD PhD is Professor of Neurosurgery Director of Spine
Surgery and Co-Director Center for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Department of
Neurosurgery MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Washington DC USA. Jean-Marc Voyadzis
MD is Co-Director Center for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Associate Professor of
Neurosurgery MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Washington DC USA. Jason C. Eck DO MS
is an Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopedics Chattanooga
Tennessee USA. Christopher K. Kepler MD MBA is an Associate Professor and Orthopaedic Spine
Surgeon Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals and The
Rothman Institute Philadelphia Pennsylvania USA. An award-winning international medical and
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