iLESSYS®- Interlaminar Endoscopic Surgical System
The iLESSYS® surgery: minimally invasive, maximally gentle
The iLESSYS® method uses endoscopic interlaminar access for the removal of herniated discs or treatment of stenosis. As opposed to the microsurgical technique, this method is easier on the patient than the conventional microsurgical technique, as the hospital stay is shorter and recovery faster.
This access method is especially suitable for herniated discs in the lumbar spine area, as the interlaminar window (bone-free area between the vertebral bodies) is rather large.
As pleasant as possible for patients
The surgery can be done in analgo sedation, as well as, under general anesthesia. If performed in analgo sedation, the patient remains responsive during the surgery, which allows you to respond according to possible nerval interferance. The side effects of general anesthesia can thus be avoided.
The patient is positioned in the lateral or prone position. The marking of the access point and the placement of the guiding rod are part of the preparatory work for the iLESSYS® surgery performed by the surgeon.
According to a three-step principle, the surgeon pushes a series of guiding rods, guiding tubes and working tubes through, until the posterior limits of the spinal canal are reached. The iLESSYS® instrument set enables access to the spinal canal under endoscopic view. Depending on the indication, little or no bone material is removed.
Under endoscopic image control, the prolapse is removed through laminoscopes with forceps and graspers. In most cases, the patient is pain-free directly following the procedure.
The iLESSYS® surgery method is taught as part of the joimax® Education Program. For further details please contact us directly via e-mail, phone or fax or refer to one of your local joimax distributors.
