High definition 4K-three-dimensional exoscope for removal of a C1-C2 meningioma: Technical case report

Abstract

In recent years, the exoscope has been proposed as an alternative to the microscope when a magnified view of the surgical field is required in spinal surgery. We present a case of a 52-year-old patient in which a meningioma in the upper cervical spine (C1-C2) was removed using a 4K-three-dimensional (3D) exoscope. The advantages of surgical removal of an intradural spinal tumor using an exoscope are illustrated, focusing mainly on vision quality and ergonomics. In addition, some technical details regarding the operating room setup are provided. Based on this experience, a 4K-3D exoscope can be useful for spinal tumor surgery when high magnification of anatomical details is required, allowing the surgeon to operate in a comfortable position throughout the surgical procedure.

Keywords: 4K-3D images; Exoscope; Exoscopio; Imágenes 4K-3D; Meningioma espinal; Microcirugía espinal; Spinal meningioma; Spinal microsurgery.