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World J Orthop. Apr 18, 2023; 14(4): 197-206
Published online Apr 18, 2023. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v14.i4.197
Published online Apr 18, 2023. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v14.i4.197
Table 2 Pros and cons of full endoscopy, microendoscopy, and biportal endoscopy
| Technique | Pros | Cons |
| Full endoscopy | Least amount of tissue damage out of the three | Cannot move camera and tool independently |
| Microendoscopy | Space for more tools, space for implanting devices | Large portal size |
| Dry environment only | ||
| Biportal endoscopy | Independence of tools | Most tissue damage out of the three |
| Locating tools more | ||
| Familiarly with other arthroscopic techniques | Challenging |
- Citation: Tang K, Goldman S, Avrumova F, Lebl DR. Background, techniques, applications, current trends, and future directions of minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery: A review of literature. World J Orthop 2023; 14(4): 197-206
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2218-5836/full/v14/i4/197.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5312/wjo.v14.i4.197