The Future of Arthroplasty in the Spine.

IF 1.7 Q2 SURGERY International Journal of Spine Surgery Pub Date : 2025-03-11 DOI:10.14444/8737
Matthew Scott-Young, Oscar L Alves
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The evolution of spinal arthroplasty, a significant journey that began in the 1960s and 1970s, has seen remarkable progress. Initially designed to preserve motion at spinal segments and avoid complications associated with fusion surgeries, early designs faced setbacks due to rudimentary concepts and limited materials. However, the 1980s marked a turning point with the development of modern total disc replacement concepts, utilizing advanced materials such as titanium and polyethylene to improve implant longevity and integration. The early 2000s saw crucial approvals by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, leading to broader clinical adoption.By the 2010s, cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA) had been refined through innovations such as patient-specific implants and the integration of robotics and surgical navigation. Cervical disc arthroplasty and lumbar disc arthroplasty are effective alternatives to fusion, particularly in preserving motion and reducing adjacent segment disease. Ongoing research continues to focus on viscoelastic arthroplasty and the integration of biologics to enhance outcomes, providing reassurance about the continuous improvement in spinal arthroplasty and instilling optimism about its future.Selecting patients for arthroplasty is a critical process that requires careful consideration. Ideal candidates display symptoms unresponsive to conservative treatments, have adequate disc height, and possess good bone quality. As arthroplasty typically preserves motion, it is less suited for patients with severe joint diseases or significant spinal stiffness. This emphasis on patient selection underscores the need for thorough evaluation and the importance of considering individual patient factors.Despite its benefits, the adoption of disc arthroplasty faces barriers such as high costs, stringent inclusion criteria, and the need for specialized surgical training. Overcoming these barriers requires advocacy, improved training, and potentially revising inclusion criteria to ensure more patients can benefit from these advanced treatments. The future of spinal arthroplasty looks promising, with potential advancements in biokinetics, biomaterials, and the broader application of minimally invasive techniques. This ongoing evolution promises to improve clinical outcomes and significantly enhance patient quality of life, offering hope for a better future in spinal arthroplasty.

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期刊介绍: The International Journal of Spine Surgery is the official scientific journal of ISASS, the International Intradiscal Therapy Society, the Pittsburgh Spine Summit, and the Büttner-Janz Spinefoundation, and is an official partner of the Southern Neurosurgical Society. The goal of the International Journal of Spine Surgery is to promote and disseminate online the most up-to-date scientific and clinical research into innovations in motion preservation and new spinal surgery technology, including basic science, biologics, and tissue engineering. The Journal is dedicated to educating spine surgeons worldwide by reporting on the scientific basis, indications, surgical techniques, complications, outcomes, and follow-up data for promising spinal procedures.
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