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Unilateral biportal endoscopic lumbar discectomy may have advantages vs. open procedures
Healio
12 Mar 2026
Abstract
A recent advancement in minimally invasive spine surgery, unilateral biportal endoscopy integrates the principles of both microscopic and endoscopic techniques.
It utilizes two independent portals — one for visualization and one for instrumentation — which grants wider maneuverability and improved ergonomics. Compared with conventional microdiscectomy, unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) provides enhanced illumination and magnification while reducing tissue trauma. Indications for UBE lumbar discectomy are symptomatic lumbar disc herniation, radiculopathy or neural compression unresponsive to conservative management. Contraindications include spinal instability, infection, prior fusion at the operative level and significant deformity. [1st 2 paragraphs]
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- Title
- Unilateral biportal endoscopic lumbar discectomy may have advantages vs. open procedures
- Creators
- Sehajvir Singh - Drexel University, College of Medicine
- Publication Details
- Healio
- Resource Type
- Newsletter article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- College of Medicine
- Other Identifier
- 991022170448604721