Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia
Background: This technical note presents a novel minimally invasive exoscope assisted coccygectomy to treat chronic refractory coccydynia. Traditional treatments often fail to provide adequate relief for this debilitating condition, prompting the need to explore surgical approaches. Case Description...
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| description | Background: This technical note presents a novel minimally invasive exoscope assisted coccygectomy to treat chronic refractory coccydynia. Traditional treatments often fail to provide adequate relief for this debilitating condition, prompting the need to explore surgical approaches. Case Description: A 40-year-old female patient with persistent pain unresponsive to conservative treatments underwent this advanced procedure. Utilizing the Synaptive exoscope-microscope system, the surgery allowed for precise dissection and removal of affected coccygeal segments, with a focus on minimizing skin and soft tissue disruption to optimize wound healing and surgical site pain. Conclusion: Postoperative recovery showcased significant pain reduction and improved quality of life, emphasizing the method's potential for better outcomes and fewer complications. Despite the promising results, the limitations of a single-case study necessitate further research to establish long-term effectiveness across a broader patient population. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-8a366c5dd6294661ab187b262f35f0a32025-02-10T04:34:50ZengElsevierWorld Neurosurgery: X2590-13972025-01-0125100412Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydyniaBarnabas Obeng-Gyasi0Danielle Wilmes1Matthew P. Blackwell2Jae H. Kwon3Gordon Mao4Corresponding author.; Department of Neurological Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 355 W 16th St, GH #5100, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, USADepartment of Neurological Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 355 W 16th St, GH #5100, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, USADepartment of Neurological Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 355 W 16th St, GH #5100, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, USADepartment of Neurological Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 355 W 16th St, GH #5100, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, USACorresponding author.; Department of Neurological Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 355 W 16th St, GH #5100, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, USABackground: This technical note presents a novel minimally invasive exoscope assisted coccygectomy to treat chronic refractory coccydynia. Traditional treatments often fail to provide adequate relief for this debilitating condition, prompting the need to explore surgical approaches. Case Description: A 40-year-old female patient with persistent pain unresponsive to conservative treatments underwent this advanced procedure. Utilizing the Synaptive exoscope-microscope system, the surgery allowed for precise dissection and removal of affected coccygeal segments, with a focus on minimizing skin and soft tissue disruption to optimize wound healing and surgical site pain. Conclusion: Postoperative recovery showcased significant pain reduction and improved quality of life, emphasizing the method's potential for better outcomes and fewer complications. Despite the promising results, the limitations of a single-case study necessitate further research to establish long-term effectiveness across a broader patient population.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590139724001431 |
| spellingShingle | Barnabas Obeng-Gyasi Danielle Wilmes Matthew P. Blackwell Jae H. Kwon Gordon Mao Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia World Neurosurgery: X |
| title | Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia |
| title_full | Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia |
| title_fullStr | Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia |
| title_full_unstemmed | Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia |
| title_short | Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia |
| title_sort | minimally invasive exoscope assisted coccygectomy a novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590139724001431 |
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