Biportal Endoscopic Interlaminar Resection of Lumbar Facet Cyst: A Technical Note
The choice between contralateral and ipsilateral approaches in biportal endoscopic facet cyst removal depends on cyst location and anatomical considerations. The contralateral approach is better suited for medial or adherent cysts, offering improved access with less facet disruption. Meanwhile, the ipsilateral approach provides a direct path for lateral cysts but may require more nerve manipulation and facet joint resection. A personalized surgical strategy is essential to optimize access, ensure nerve safety, and maintain spinal stability.
Authors
- Erwin Ardian Noor (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4148-8586)
- Syafrudin Husin
- Harmantya Mahadhipta (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0612-2116)
- Erica Kholinne (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4326-8205)
- Ajiantoro Ajiantoro
- Asrafi Rizki Gatam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9457-7243)
- Phedy Phedy (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5036-0149)
- Omar Luthfi
- Mitchel Mitchel (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-3904-0232)
- Karina Sylvana Gani (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7306-9752)
- Ilham Suryo Wibowo Antono
- Luthfi Gatam
Institutions
- Universitas Trisakti (ID)
- Universitas Gadjah Mada (ID)
- Indonesian Pediatric Society (ID)
- Rumah Sakit Umum Pusat Nasional Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo (ID)
- Fatmawati Hospital (ID)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Orthopedic Research and Reviews
- Published
- 2025-08-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2147/orr.s534359
- Primary Topic
- Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00