The quintessential guide to state-of-the-art instrumentation in minimally invasive spine surgery

In recent decades, technological innovations in minimally invasive surgery (MIS) have revolutionized spine surgery. The integration of devices tailored to MIS spine techniques has allowed spine surgeons to tackle more complex spinal pathologies and generate new ways to improve clinical outcomes. Instrumentation for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery by renowned orthopaedic surgeon Kern Singh and esteemed collaborators, provides practical, evidence-based insights into important surgical decisions spine surgeons face every day. The primary goal of this book is to help spine surgeons navigate a daunting number of available devices and leverage the optimal ones to achieve improved patient outcomes.

Organized in 3 parts and 16 chapters, the text starts with the past, present, and future of MIS spinal instrumentation. The first two parts detail cutting-edge posterior and lateral approaches with discussion of required devices. The final part covers percutaneous cement augmentation, biologics, and navigation systems. The text combines a thorough review of empirical literature with expert experience and manufacturer specifications to elucidate the advantages and capabilities of currently available instrumentation.

Discussion of commonly used MIS spinal instrumentation including retractors; percutaneous pedicle, cortical, and facet screw systems; interbody cages; and fixation systems
Concise, yet in-depth technical descriptions include an introduction and potential complications, followed by design features, modular aspects, applicable procedures, and compatible devices for each type
High-quality detailed images provide greater understanding of techniques
This unique book is an essential surgical companion for orthopaedic and neurosurgical residents and fellows, as well as spine surgeons who wish to incorporate MIS techniques into clinical practice.


1 Vascular Anatomy of the Head and Neck / Circle of Willis
2 Evaluation of Tumor-Involved Vasculature
3 Embolization of Skull Base Tumors
4 Vascular Supply of Local-Regional Flaps in Skull Base Surgery
5 Bypass in the Treatment of Skull Base Tumors
6 Alternatives to Standard Bypass Techniques for Skull Base Tumors
7 Skull Base Approaches for Aneurysms
8 Endoscopic Endonasal Aneurysm Treatment
9 Anterior Skull Base during Endonasal Surgery
10 Middle Fossa during Endonasal Surgery
11 Posterior Fossa during Endonasal Surgery
12 Anterior Skull Base during Open Skull Base Surgery
13 Middle Fossa during Open Skull Base Surgery
14 Posterior Fossa during Open Skull Base Surgery
15 Perforator Injury During Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery
16 Perforator Injury During Open Skull Base Surgery
17 Endovascular Options for Treatment of Vascular Injury and Tumor Involvement at the Skull Base
18 Extracranial Anterior Cranial Base Vascular Tumor Surgery
19 Extracranial Lateral Cranial Base Vascular Tumor Surgery
20 Venous Considerations in Skull Base Surgery
21 Neurophysiologic Monitoring and Its Role During Vascular Injury
22 Training and Simulation Preparing for Vascular Injury