Oh, joy! Another day, another groundbreaking approach to spine surgery that’s just so easy anyone could do it… if they happen to be a neurosurgeon with a PhD in Spine Wizardry, that is. We’re talking about the total vertebrectomy En bloc by posterior approach, a fancy term for playing Jenga with your spine, but instead of pulling out blocks, we’re talking about yanking out entire vertebrae that have been taken over by the dark side (a.k.a. malignant tumors).

Now, don’t get too excited. This isn’t for just any spine – no, no. It’s for those special spines hosting a single, exclusive party for either a primary or secondary malignant tumor. And let’s not forget, it’s not just about having the right kind of unwanted guest in your spine; your surgeon needs to be some kind of spine whisperer, with an intimate knowledge of every nook and cranny in there. Because, apparently, doing this surgery is akin to defusing a bomb blindfolded, on a unicycle.

But wait, there’s more! We have a case study. Yes, one whole patient who had this procedure and lived to tell the tale. They had a single thoracic metastasis throwing a rave in their spine, complete with neurological deficit party favors. The surgeons went in through the back, played a high-stakes game of Operation, and replaced the evicted vertebra with a cage and pedicle screws. Because, you know, we can’t just leave a gaping hole in someone’s spine. That would be rude.

And, in case you’re wondering, this isn’t just a fluke. No, sir. The reproducibility of this method is totally documented in the literature, supported by our whopping one case. So, if you’re in the market for a spine overhaul and you meet the very specific criteria, have we got the surgery for you!

Remember, kids, spine surgery is not for the faint of heart. Or for those without a very particular set of tumors. But if you’re one of the lucky few, welcome to the future of spine tinkering!