Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression A Practical Guide

Dr. Daniel S.J. Choy revolutionized the treatment of herniated intervertebral disc disease by pioneering percutaneous laser disc decompression (PLDD), a minimally invasive approach based on the concept that the mechanism of discogenic pain is primarily mechanical and not chemical. In this comprehensive guide, Dr. Choy and a select group of contributors make it clear that by implementing PLDD, orthopedic surgeons will no longer have to settle for the soft tissue destruction and spinal instability induced by traditional laminectomies and discectomies. The book covers the fundamentals of PLDD, including principles of lasers and the anatomy of intervertebral discs. The comprehensive chapters also go beyond the basics to address clinical issues, such as patient selection, neurologic examination, and possible complications and their treatments. Since readers are guided step-by-step through PLDD procedures, they will be equipped with the knowledge they need in order to perform the technique. Ten years of clinical data completes the volume and supports the adoption of PLDD as a superior alternative for treating herniated discs. The text is enhanced by more than 145 instructive photographs and illustrations. Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression: A Practical Guide will be a prime addition to the libraries of orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, radiologists, and interventional radiologists who seek the remarkable clinical success associated with PLDD. Book jacket.Choy, Daniel S. J. is the author of 'Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression A Practical Guide' with ISBN 9780387002606 and ISBN 038700260X.