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April 13, 2026Journal of Neurosurgery Case Lessons

Cost-effective unilateral biportal endoscopic microdiscectomy: illustrative case

Shivani Mody Tomo Kinoshita Tyler Steed Ki-Eun Chang Michael H Lawless

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Key Points

The aim is to present a cost-effective approach to unilateral biportal endoscopic microdiscectomy.
Described patient positioning and operating room setup
Explained portal placement and fluid management
Outlined systematic approach to surgical decompression
Provided technical tips for improving learning curve
Establishing a visualization window enhances surgical outcomes
Effective hemostasis management is critical for success
Standard instrumentation lowers costs and increases accessibility for surgeons

Implication

Illustrative case details a new technique for endoscopic surgery, suggesting lower costs for institutions.

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Mody et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e07bc12f7e8953b7cbd75f https://doi.org/10.3171/case2678

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Synapse has enriched 5 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context:

1Clinical comparison of unilateral biportal endoscopic technique versus open microdiscectomy for single-level lumbar discectomy: a multicenter, retrospective analysisRetrospective Study · 2018 · 246 citations
2Establishing navigated UBE in Europe – technical noteOriginal Research · 2026
3Advantages of 12° Endoscope in Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Surgery for Lumbar Disc Herniation2025 · 1 citations
4Unilateral biportal endoscopy via two different approaches for upper lumbar disc herniation: a technical note2024 · 11 citations
5Complications and their prevention in unilateral biportal endoscopy: a systematic review with narrative insights and practical management algorithmsLiterature Review · 2026 · 7 citations

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