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OHSU OFFERS NEW
MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINAL SURGERY Procedure limits
pain, results in faster recuperation “The major benefit of this system is that
it is minimally invasive,” said Robert Hart, M.D., assistant professor of
orthopaedics and rehabilitation in the OHSU School of Medicine. “Instead of a traditional long midline
incision, the screws and rods are placed through three one-inch incisions on either side
of the spine. This allows us to limit the
injury to overlying ligaments and muscles, which can occur with 'open' spine surgery.”
“Spinal technology is improving at
lightning speed,” said Johnny Delashaw, M.D., professor of neurological surgery in
the OHSU School of Medicine who also utilizes the Sextant system. “This new technique
should also significantly reduce postoperative pain and length of stay.” OHSU patient Sherrie Devencenzi of “Since the surgery, I’ve felt really
good,” said Devencenzi. “My back really doesn’t hurt at all.” The procedure begins with the insertion of two
titanium pedicle screws into the vertebrae of the lower spine. This is done through the
assistance of a live-action X-ray machine called a fluoroscope. The stabilization rod is
then inserted through a separate incision and attached to the two screw heads via
connectors. This provides external stabilization for the degenerative region of the spine,
causing minimal loss of range of motion and, it is hoped, reduced back pain for the
patient. Approximately 190,000 people undergo spinal
fusion surgery in the Hospital length of
stay ranges from 2-4 days. Additional home recuperation time is normally a few weeks and
can vary among patients. The cost - normally
picked up by insurance. The Sextant Percutaneous Rod Insertion System
was developed by Medtronic Sofamor Danek. Jim Newman |
