An anatomic approach to minimally invasive spine surgery / [edited by] Mick J. Perez-Cruet, MD, MSc, Vice-Chairman and Professor, Director, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Spine Program, Department of Neurosurgery, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, Michigan Head and Spine Institute, Royal Oak, Michigan USA, Michael Y. Wang, MD, Professor & Spine Director, Departments of Neurological Surgery & Rehabilitative Medicine, Chief of Neurosurgery, University of Miami Hospital, Miami, Florida USA, Richard G. Fessler, MD, PhD, Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois USA

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Learn state-of-the-art MIS techniques from master spine surgeons! Significant advances have been made in minimally invasive spine (MIS) surgery approaches, techniques, and innovative technologies. By preserving normal anatomic integrity during spine surgery, MIS approaches enable spine surgeons to achieve improved patient outcomes, including faster return to normal active lifestyles and reduced revision rates. Exposing only the small portion of the spine responsible for symptoms via small ports or channels, requires a deep understanding of spinal anatomy and spinal pathophysiology. Building on

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