06:30 - 07:30
Continental Breakfast
Cactus 3 & 4
07:50 - 08:00
President Message
Alejandro Reyes-Sánchez /Eduardo Barreto/Thomas Errico
08:00 - 08:27
MIS Session
Moderator: Frank Phillips
08:01 - 08:05
Abstract #38
Minimally Invasive Posterior Trans Muscular C1-C2 Screw Fixation Through An Anatomical Corridor To Preserve Occipital-Cervical Tension Band . Prospective 36 months follow-up study
R. Diaz1, M.E. Berbeo1, L. Villalobos1, M. Vergara1
1Grupo de Neurociencias del Hospital Universitario San Ignacio (HUSI) y de la Pontificia Universidad Janeriana (PUJ). Bogotá, Colombia.
08:05 - 08:09
Abstract #66
Minimally invasive percutaneous pedicle screws in lumbar fusion: a South American Experience
L. Pimenta1,2, H. Nicola3, F.B. Alonso3, M. Silva3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA, 3Clínica Sanatrix, Caracas, Venezuela
08:09 - 08:13
Abstract #56
Is Radiolucency a Signal of Pseudarthrosis?
L. Pimenta1,2, L. Oliveira1,3, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2USCD, San Diego, CA, USA, 3UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil
08:13 - 08:17
Abstract #27
NUCLEOPLASTY FOR DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE (DDD): A six years follow-up
E.C. Barreto1
1Hospital Quinta D’Or, Neurosurgery, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
08:18 - 08:27
Discussion
08:27 - 09:01
Cervical TDR SESSION
08:27 - 08:31
Abstract #2
Static Evaluation of Shear Loading Associated With Extension/Compression of the CerviCore Intevertebral Disc
T. Errico1, A. Valdevit1,2, K. Stascavage2, M. Brophy2, A. Lisi2, A. Ritter2
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, USA, 2The Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ, USA
08:31 - 08:35
Abstract #37
DIRECT OCCIPITAL CONDYLE AND C2 PEDICLE FIXATION USING POLIAXIAL SCREW-ROD CONSTRUCTION TO TREAT CRANIOCERVICAL JUNCTION DISEASES: CLINICAL RESULTS AND SURGICAL TECHNIQUE
M.E. Berbeo1, R. Diaz1, L. Villalobos1, J. Becerra1,
1Grupo de Neurociencias del Hospital Universitario San Ignacio (HUSI) y de la Pontificia Universidad Javeriana (PUJ). Bogotá, Colombia
08:35 - 08:39
Abstract #47
Cervical Total Disc Replacement - where we are now and where to go
L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi3, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1
1instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil, 3Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil
08:39 - 08:43
Abstract #55
Experience in Cerpass system: titanium-ceramic cervical total disc replacement
L. Marchi1, L. Pimenta1,2, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA, 3UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil
08:43 - 08:47
Abstract #60
Cervical Arthroplasty in Elderly: Prospective 6 year follow up
L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 3USCD, San Diego, CA, USA
08:47 - 08:51
Abstract #18
Static Evaluation of Shear Loading Associated With Extension/Compression of the CerviCore Intervertebral Disc
T. Errico1, A. Valdevit1,2, K. Stascavage2, M. Brophy2, A. Lisi2, A. Ritter2
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, USA, 2The Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ, USA
08:51 - 09:01
Discussion
09:01 - 09:49
Posterior Motion Preservation Session
09:01 - 09:05
Abstract #10
Pedicle Screw Electrical Resistance: Hydroxyapatite Coated Versus Non-Coated
T.T. Davis1, J. Patla2, A. Vatave2, J.A. Bernbeck3, R.B. Delamarter1, H.W. Bae1
1The Spine Institute, Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA, USA, 2Alpha Diagnostics, Santa Monica, CA, USA, 3Kaiser Permanente, Southern California, Baldwin Park, CA, USA
09:05 - 09:09
Abstract #13
Percutaneous Interspinous Process Implanted in Prone Position - 36 months follow up
L. Marchi1, L. Oliveira1,2, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 3USCD, San Diego, CA, USA
09:09 - 09:13
Abstract #89
Bilateral Pars Repair Supplemented with Pedicle Based Dynamic Rod stabilization
A.J. Cohen1
1Brooklyn Hospital Center, Neurosurgery, Brooklyn, NY, USA
09:13 - 09:17
Abstract #44
An innovative solution in the treatment of facet arthropathy: The facet resurfacing concept
L. Pimenta1,2, L. Oliveira1,3, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA, 3UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil
09:17 - 09:27
Discussion
09:27 - 09:31
Abstract #21
Biomechanics of Mobile Screws with PEEK Rods - An MIS Posterior Dynamic Stabilization System
M. Moumene1
1DePuy Spine Inc., Reseach & Development, Raynham, MA, USA
09:31 - 09:35
Abstract #58
Facet Replacement: 4 year Follow up on a Multicenter Study
L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 3USCD, San Diego, CA, USA
09:35 - 09:39
Abstract #88
A Clinical Assessment of a New Technique to Assess Motion Quality
A.J. Cohen1, B.H. Robie2, N. Wharton3, K. Yonemura4, L. Ferrara5, A. Khandha6, A.E. Castellvi7,
1Brooklyn Hospital Center, Neurosurgery, Brooklyn, NY, USA, 2Applied Spine Technologies, Rocky Hill, CT, USA, 3Medical Metrics, Houston, TX, USA, 4University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA, 5Orthokinetic Technologies LLC, Southport, NC, USA, 6Cedars Sinai Institute for Spinal Disorders, Los Angeles, CA, USA, 7Florida Orthopaedic Institute, Tampa, FL, USA
09:39- 09:49
Discussion
09:50 - 10:10
LASAS “Eduardo Luque Award”
09:50 - 10:00
Abstract #42
Changes in Thoracic Kyphosis Negatively Impact Sagittal Alignment Following Lumbar Pedicle Subtraction Osteotomy
V. Lafage1, N. Bharucha1, E. Klineberg2, F.J. Schwab1, B.A. Akbarnia3, C.P. Ames4, O. Boachie-Adjei5, D.C. Burton6, R.A. Hart7, R. Hostin8, C.I. Shaffrey9, K.B. Wood10, S. Bess11
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, USA, 2University of California - Davis, Orthopaedic Surgery, Sacramento, CA, USA, 3San Diego Center for Spinal Disorders, La Jolla, CA, USA, 4University of California San Francisco Medical Center, Neurological Surgery, San Francisco, CA, USA, 5Hospital for Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, USA, 6University of Kansas Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, Kansas City, KS, USA, 7Oregon Health Sciences University, Orthopaedic Surgery, Portland, OR, USA, 8Baylor Scoliosis Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, Plano, TX, USA, 9University of Virginia, Neurological and Orthopaedic Surgery, Charlottesville, VA, USA, 10Massachusetts General Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston, MA, USA, 11Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, Orthopaedic Surgery, Denver, CO, USA
10:00 - 10:10
Abstract #78
Autografts for spinal fusion: Effectiveness of bone cell supply of bone shavings collected during surgical decompression versus laminectomy bone chips
C. Eder1, A. Chavanne1, J. Meissner1, W. Bretschneider1, A. Tuschel1, P. Becker1, M. Ogon1
1Orthopädisches Spital Wien - Speising, 3. Orthopädische Abteilung, Wien, Austria
10:10 - 10:30
Coffee Break
10:30 - 11:30
Deformity Session
Moderator: Ildemaro Volcan
10:30 - 10:34
Abstract #24
Predictors of survival in patients with prostate cancer and spinal metastasis
D. Drzymalski1, W. Oh1,2,3, L. Werner1, M.M. Regan1,4, P. Kantoff1,2, S. Tuli1,5
1Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA, 2Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Medical Oncology, Boston, MA, USA, 3Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA, 4Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, Boston, MA, USA, 5Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Neurosurgery, Boston, MA, USA
10:34 - 10:38
Abstract #25
RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS OF KYPHOPLASTY IN BRAZIL. A MULTICENTER REVIEW OF DIFFERENT REGIONAL AREAS OF BRAZIL
E.C. Barreto1, Brazilian Study Group on Kyphoplasty
1Hospital Quinta D’Or, Neurosurgery, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
10:38 - 10:42
Abstract #33
Common Mathematical Formulas Fail to Predict Postoperative Sagittal Alignment: Confirmation of a Need for More Advanced Equations
N. Bharucha1, C.I. Shaffrey1, S. Bess2, J.S. Smith3, D.C. Burton4, R.A. Hart5, R. Hostin6, ISSG
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, USA, 2Rocky Mountain Scoliosis and Spine, Orthopaedic Surgery, Denver, CO, USA, 3University of Virginia, Neurological and Orthopaedic Surgery, Charlottesville, VA, USA, 4University of Kansas Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, Kansas City, KS, USA, 5Oregon Health Sciences University, Orthopaedic Surgery, Portland, OR, USA, 6Baylor Scoliosis Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, Plano, TX, USA
10:42 - 10:46
Abstract #34
Do Intra-Operative Antifibrinolytics Reduce Blood Loss In Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis?
K. Verma1, T. Errico1, N. Bharucha1, C. Diefenbach1, J. Dryer1, T. Huncke2, K. Boenigk1, M. Ialenti1, B. Lonner1
1NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, USA, 2NYU-Langone Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
10:46 - 10:50
Abstract #40
Hospital Cost Analysis of Adult Scoliosis Surgery in 120 Consecutive Cases
M.N. Ialenti1, B. Lonner1, P. Penn1, P. Ricart-Hoffiz1, L. Windsor2, F. Schwab1, T. Errico1
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Spine, New York, NY, USA, 2NYU-Langone Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
10:50 - 11:00
Discussion
Deformity Cont’d
Moderator: Paulo Ramos
11:00 - 11:04
Abstract #41
Is radiation-free diagnostic monitoring of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis feasible using upright positional MRI?
C. Diefenbach1, B. Lonner1, J. Auerbach2, N. Bharucha1, L. Dean1, Y. Goldstein1
1NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, USA, 2Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center, Bronx, NY, USA
11:04 - 11:08
Abstract #53
Cementless Kyphoplastic-like strategies - Clinical Advantages
L. Pimenta1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, sao paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA, 3UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil
11:08 - 11:12
Abstract #57
Changes in Coronal and Sagittal Plane Alignment after XLIF procedure in the treatment of Degenerative Scoliosis
R. Amaral1, L. Pimenta1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA, 3UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil
11:12 - 11:16
Abstract #63
Disease Severity and Treatment in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: The Impact of Race and Socioeconomic Status
N. Bharucha1, P. Trobisch1, K. Kean1, Y. Bucello1, M. Ialenti1, B. Lonner1
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, USA
11:16 - 11:20
Abstract #81
Two Year Clinical Evaluation of Kyphoplasty With Directed Cement Flow
A.A. Reyes-Sánchez1, B. Zarate1
1National Institute of Rehabilitation Mexico, Specail Surgery Division, mexico, Mexico
11:20 - 11:30
Discussion
11:30 - 13:30
LUNCH
13:30 - 14:15
Lumbar
Moderator: Ramiro Ramirez
13:30 - 13:34
Abstract #26
Neuromodulation and failed back patients. A retrospective review with a minimum of 3 years of follow-up
E.C. Barreto1
1Hospital Quinta D’Or, Neurosurgery, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
13:35 - 13:39
Abstract #48
Lumbar Arthroplasty - Past, Present and Future
L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho3, L. Pimenta1
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, sao paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil, 3Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil
13:40 - 13:44
Abstract #49
Clinical Performance of an Elastomeric Lumbar Disc Replacement 24 Months Following Surgery
L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3, C. Lee4
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, sao paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil, 3University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA, 4Nexgen Spine, WHIPPANY, NJ, USA
13:45 - 13:49
Abstract #51
Biomechanics of Disc Arthroplasty. What can be done to improve results - Present and future perspectives
L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,2, L. Pimenta1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, sao paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil, 3University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA
13:50 - 13:54
Abstract #52
A long term clinical experience with three different Nucleus Replacement Devices - Lessons Learned after 9 years follow up
R. Amaral1, L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 3USCD, San Diego, CA, USA
13:55 - 13:59
Abstract #79
Clinical and Radiological Evolution in the Lumbar Disc Hernia Treatment of PDN-SOLO Prosthesis with Anchor Fixation: 5-Years Follow-up
A.A. Reyes-Sánchez1, A. Alpizar2, L.M. Rosales2
1National Institute of Rehabilitation Mexico, Specail Surgery Division, mexico, Mexico, 2Instituito Nacional de Rehabilitación, Mexico, Mexico
14:00 - 14:04
Abstract #80
Evaluación Clínica de la Seguridad y Efectividad del Dispositivo PDN-HydraFlex como sistema artroplastía de núcleo discal en la Enfermedad Discal Degenerativa Lumbar. Seguimiento a 2
A.A. Reyes-Sánchez1, V. Aguirre1, B. Zarate1
1National Institute of Rehabilitation Mexico, Specail Surgery Division, mexico, Mexico
14:05 - 14:15
Discussion
14:15 - 15:30
MIS Session
Moderator: Cristiano Menezes
14:15 - 14:19
Abstract #6
Hydrodiscectomy. A decompressive percutaneous approach for nerve root compression due do Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD). A retrospective review
E.C. Barreto1, P.J. Costa2
1Hospital Quinta D’Or, Neurosurgery, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2Hospital Joari, Neurosurgery, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
14:20 - 14:24
Abstract #7
HYBRID LUMBAR FIXATION
J.G.D.P.V. Wanderley1
1Faculdade de Medicina de Teresópolis, Neurocirurgia, Teresópolis, Brazil
14:25 - 14:29
Abstract #11
Femoral neurogram to assess the course prior to transpsoas approach at the L4-5 disc space
T.T. Davis1, B. King2, A. Rasouli1, H.W. Bae1, R.B. Delamarter1
1The Spine Institute, Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA, USA, 2Landmark Imaging, Los Angeles, CA, USA
14:30 - 14:34
Abstract #12
THE LUMBAR PLEXUS AND THE TRANSPSOAS APPROACH. IS THERE A “SAFETY ZONE”?
T.T. Davis1, H.W. Bae1, A. Rasouli1, R.B. Delamarter1
1The Spine Institute, Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA, USA
14:35 - 14:39
Abstract #14
Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) for the treatment of Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
L. Marchi1, L. Oliveira1,2, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 3USCD, San Diego, CA, USA
14:40 - 14:44
Abstract #36
MINIMALLY INVASIVE SAGITAL BALANCE RESTORATION AND INDIRECT DECOMPRESSION FOR UNSTABLE ISTHMIC SPONDYLOLISTHESIS USING A 360 DEGRESS FUSION APPROACH. A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL 36 MONTHS FOLLOW-UP STUDY
R. Diaz1, M.E. Berbeo1, L. Villalobos1, Grupo de Neurociencias del Hospital Universitario San Ignacio (HUSI) y de la Pontificia Universidad Javeriana (PUJ). Bogotá, Colombia
1Hospital Universitario San Ignacio - Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Neurociencias - Neurocirugia, Bogota, Colombia
14:45 - 14:55
Discussion
14:56 - 15:00
Abstract #39
LUMBAR SPINE CANAL AUGMENTATION USING THE PERCUTANEOUS INTERSPINOUS DEVICE “IN SPACE”. A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL 30 MONTHS FOLLOW-UP STUDY TO TREAT SINGLE LEVEL DEGENERATIVE LUMBAR SPINAL ESTENOSIS
R. Diaz1, M.E. Berbeo1, E. Esteban1, M. Vergara1, Grupo de Neurociencias del Hospital Universitario San Ignacio (HUSI) y de la Pontificia Universidad Javeriana (PUJ). Bogotá, Colombia.
1Hospital Universitario San Ignacio - Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Neurociencias - Neurocirugia, Bogota, Colombia
15:01 - 15:05
Abstract #43
Lumbar stenosis treated in a minimal invasive way. Indirect Decompression with XLIF standalone
R. Amaral1, L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 3USCD, San Diego, CA, USA
15:06 - 15:10
Abstract #45
The subsidence rate in XLIF osteoporotic patients in standalone procedures
R. Amaral1, L. Oliveira1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Pimenta1,3
1IPC, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2UNIFESP, Department of Radiology, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 3USCD, San Diego, CA, USA
15:11 - 15:15
Abstract #54
XLIF Retrieval Experience for Various Prostheses Models: minimal invasive lateral access for success
L. Pimenta1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,2
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA
15:16 - 15:20
Abstract #67
MINIMALLY INVASIVE DIRECT LATERAL THORACO-LUMBAR CORPECTOMY USING A XLIF (eXtreme Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion) MODIFIED APPROACH. A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL FOLLOW-UP STUDY
R. Diaz1, M. Berbeo1, L. Villalobos1, Grupo de Neurociencias del Hospital Universitario San Ignacio (HUSI) y de la Pontificia Universidad Javeriana (PUJ)
1Hospital Universitario San Ignacio, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Neurosurgery, Bogota, Colombia
15:20 - 15:30
Discussion
15:30 - 15:45
Coffee Break
15:46 - 16:25
MIS Session Cont’d
15:46 - 15:50
Abstract #71
Minimally Invasive TifLIF (Trans Foraminal inferior facet Lumbar Interbody Fusion). A Technical Modification to the traditional TLIF: surgical anatomy and prospective case series study
M.E. Berbeo1, R.M. Diaz1, C.M. Cardenas1, L.M.M. Villalobos1
1Hospital Universitario San Ignacio - Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Neurociencias - Neurocirugia, Bogota, Colombia
15:51 - 15:55
Abstract #73
SURGICAL AMBULATORY MANAGMENT OF LUMBAR DISC HERNIATION. 50 PATIENTS 2 YEARS FOLLOW UP
C.F. Arias Pesantez1, C.R. Arias Solano2
1Hospital Santa Ines, Neurosurgery, Cuenca, Ecuador, 2Hospital Santa Ines, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Cuenca, Ecuador
15:56 - 16:00
Abstract #74
The minimally invasive scoliosis correction through lateral transpsoas approach using 3D instrumentation (3rd generation) - Technical note and case report
J.T. Lhamby1, A. Lafrata2, F. Navarro2, R. Tardini2, T. Schaffa2
1Hospital Cristovão da Gama, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2Fusão, Sao Paulo, Brazil
16:01 - 16:05
Abstract #75
PERCUTANEOUS STABILIZATION OF LUMBAR SPINE. EARLY REPORT WITH 18 MONTHS OF FOLLOW UP
C.F. Arias Pesantez1
1Clinica Santa Ines, Neurosurgery, Cuenca, Ecuador
16:06 - 16:10
Abstract #87
Clinical and Radiological Evaluation of Open Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion versus Minimally Invasive
C.M. Menezes1
1Lifecenter Hospital, Spine Surgery, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
16:11 - 16:20
Abstract #61
The use of rh-BMP2 in Standalone eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF®): Clinical and Radiological results after 24 months follow-up
L. Marchi1, L. Pimenta1,2, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA, 3UNIFESP, sao paulo, Brazil
16:21 - 16:25
Discussion
16:26 - 16:35
Closing Remarks
18:30 - 20:00
Welcome Reception
