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Recent Advances and Future Perspectives on Spinal Surgeries

A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Orthopedics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 650

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Dr. Sung-kyu Kim

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Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Hospital, Chonnam National University Medical School, Gwangju 61469, Republic of Korea
Interests: spine trauma; minimally invasive surgery; deformity; osteoporosis; degenerative disc disease; spinal stenosis
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Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to highlight current innovations and future directions in spinal surgery. With rapid advancements in surgical techniques, medical imaging, robotics, and biomaterials, spinal surgery is undergoing a significant transformation. This issue seeks high-quality submissions that address emerging trends, novel surgical methods, and multidisciplinary approaches to the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of spinal disorders. Topics may include, but are not limited to, minimally invasive procedures, spinal instrumentation, image-guided and robotic-assisted surgeries, regenerative therapies, and predictive modeling for surgical outcomes. Contributions that provide clinical insights, translational research, or technological innovations with the potential to shape the future of spine care are particularly encouraged.

Spinal disorders, ranging from degenerative conditions to traumatic injuries, pose a significant clinical and socioeconomic burden worldwide. In recent years, spinal surgery has evolved remarkably, driven by the integration of advanced technologies such as robotic-assisted systems, 3D navigation, artificial intelligence, and next-generation biomaterials. These innovations have contributed to improved precision, reduced invasiveness, shorter recovery times, and enhanced patient outcomes.

This Special Issue, “Recent Advances and Future Perspectives on Spinal Surgeries”, welcomes contributions that reflect the latest clinical practices and research developments in spinal surgery. We encourage submissions that address novel surgical techniques, technological applications, clinical case series, and future-oriented perspectives in spine care. Submissions from interdisciplinary teams, including orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, radiologists, biomedical engineers, and rehabilitation specialists, are highly welcomed. This Special Issue aims to serve as a comprehensive platform for sharing innovations and evidence-based practices that will shape the next generation of spinal surgical interventions.

Dr. Sung-kyu Kim
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Keywords

  • minimally invasive spine procedures
  • robotic-assisted spine surgery
  • image-guided navigation
  • spinal implants and biomaterials
  • artificial intelligence in spinal care
  • regenerative spine therapies
  • clinical outcomes in spine surgery
  • future trends in spinal interventions

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Technical Note
Contralateral-Structure-Preserving Endoscopic Resection of Cervical Osteochondroma: A Technical Note
by Chun-Gon Park, Hyun-Seong Kim and Sung-Kyu Kim
J. Clin. Med. 2026, 15(12), 4575; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15124575 - 12 Jun 2026
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Background: Cervical osteochondromas invading the vertebral canal are rare but may cause spinal cord compression requiring surgical resection. Conventional open laminectomy may disrupt posterior stabilizing structures and potentially increase the risk of postoperative cervical deformity. This technical note describes a contralateral-structure-preserving endoscopic technique [...] Read more.
Background: Cervical osteochondromas invading the vertebral canal are rare but may cause spinal cord compression requiring surgical resection. Conventional open laminectomy may disrupt posterior stabilizing structures and potentially increase the risk of postoperative cervical deformity. This technical note describes a contralateral-structure-preserving endoscopic technique for cervical osteochondroma resection. Methods: A 25-year-old man with multiple hereditary exostosis presented with neck pain, mild numbness, and a positive Lhermitte’s sign. Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging revealed a 9 × 6 × 10 mm osteochondroma originating from the base of the C3 spinous process and extending into the vertebral canal with spinal cord compression and cord signal change. Preoperative clinical assessment included a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for neck pain of 6/10, a modified Japanese Orthopedic Association (mJOA) score of 16/18, a Neck Disability Index (NDI) of 30%, and Nurick grade 1. The lesion was treated using unilateral biportal endoscopic spine surgery through a partial unilateral laminectomy and sublaminar endoscopic corridor, aiming for en bloc resection while preserving the contralateral lamina, posterior ligamentous complex, and posterior tension band. Continuous intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (SSEP and MEP) was used throughout the procedure. Results: The osteochondroma was completely resected en bloc using a diamond burr and Kerrison rongeur. Histopathological examination confirmed osteochondroma, and negative margins were identified without residual tumor. The patient’s symptoms resolved completely without postoperative complications, and he was discharged on postoperative day 3. At the 18-month clinical and radiological follow-up, the patient remained symptom-free, with VAS improved to 1–2/10, mJOA improved to 18/18, NDI improved to 4%, and Nurick grade improved to 0, with partial regression of the cord signal change and no evidence of tumor recurrence on follow-up imaging. Cervical lordosis was maintained at the immediate postoperative timepoint. Conclusions: Contralateral-structure-preserving endoscopic resection may represent a potential minimally invasive alternative to conventional wide laminectomy or fusion-based approaches in carefully selected cases of benign cervical osteochondroma. Larger comparative studies with long-term follow-up are required to confirm the potential biomechanical and clinical benefits of this approach. Full article
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