Track: Spine Disorders and Surgery

Spine Disorders and Surgery

Spine surgery focuses on the treatment of a variety of disorders affecting the spine, including degenerative conditions, spinal deformities, traumatic injuries, and infections. Surgical interventions aim to alleviate pain, restore function, and correct spinal alignment to improve the quality of life. The procedures may range from minimally invasive techniques to complex spinal reconstructions, depending on the nature and severity of the condition.

Key Topics and Highlights:

Degenerative Spine Conditions: Treatment of conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis, which involve the wear and tear of spinal structures, leading to pain and mobility issues.

Spinal Deformities: Surgical correction of deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, and lordosis, often in both pediatric and adult populations, to restore alignment and improve posture.

Spinal Fractures and Trauma: Management of fractures and traumatic injuries to the spine, including vertebral compression fractures and traumatic dislocations, often requiring stabilization and reconstruction.

Spinal Infections and Tumors: Surgical intervention for infections (e.g., osteomyelitis) and tumors (benign or malignant) affecting the spine, requiring debridement, tumor removal, or spinal reconstruction.

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Advances in minimally invasive techniques such as endoscopic spine surgery and percutaneous procedures to treat herniated discs, degenerative diseases, and spinal deformities with smaller incisions, reduced hospital stays, and quicker recovery times.

Summary:
This session will focus on the management of spine disorders and the latest advances in spine surgery. Topics will include the surgical treatment of degenerative spine conditions, spinal deformities, trauma, infections, and tumors. The session will explore both traditional open surgery and cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques that offer faster recovery, reduced complication rates, and improved outcomes. Expert surgeons will share their insights into the evolution of spine surgery, with a particular emphasis on patient-centered care and personalized treatment approaches. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the surgical strategies employed in spine disorders and how to optimize care for patients with complex spinal issues.