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KMID : 1150120160020010037
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Asian Journal of Pain
2016 Volume.2 No. 1 p.37 ~ p.39
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Epiduroscopic Excision of a Discal Cyst Using the 1414 nm Nd : YAG Laser
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Yudoyono Farid
Shin Dong-Ah
Kim Keung-Nyun
Yoon Do-Heum
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Abstract
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Laser ablation has become an important procedure in neurosurgery. It not only allows for precise dissection, but also offers excellent hemostasis and minimizes edema following surgery. The Nd : YAG laser has been developed and used to resect spinal lesions. We present the case of a 46-year-old man who experienced left leg pain due to a discal cyst at the L4?5 level. The patient underwent epiduroscopic laser ablation using the 1414 nm Nd : YAG laser. The discal cyst was successfully removed, with symptom resolution. Epiduroscopic laser ablation may be a good alternative to open surgery in the case of discal cysts.
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KEYWORD
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Discal cyst, Epiduroscopic, Laser ablation
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