New classification of facet joint synovial cysts

ConclusionsLateral facet joint cysts are best resected by a contralateral approach offering the best outcome while medial cysts are suitable for removal by an ipsilateral laminotomy. The approach of mediolateral cysts can be determined by the width of the lamina and the angle of the joint. Segmental fusion should be considered in cases with detected spondylolisthesis and/or steep facet joints.

Source: Acta Neurochirurgica - February 20, 2020 Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research