Research Article

Effectiveness of Gelatin-Thrombin Matrix Sealants (Floseal®) on Postoperative Spinal Epidural Hematoma during Single-Level Lumbar Decompression Using Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery: Clinical and Magnetic Resonance Image Study

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GTMS usage during BESS. (a) GTMS injected into the spinal canal after stopping water infusion. (b) Wait 3 minutes after injection of the GTMS and removal of the endoscope. (c) GTMS and hematoma were washed out using continuous saline irrigation. (d) Clearance of GTMS from the dura confirmed on the intraoperative photograph. (GTMS: gelatin-thrombin matrix sealant, BESS: biportal endoscopic spine surgery).
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