Pioneered by Shanghai Renji Hospital and Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, UBE uses two independent 6mm portals (viewing and working) under continuous saline irrigation. Providing open-surgery dexterity with endoscopic minimal trauma, it achieves 360-degree neural decompression and interbody fusion (ULIF) for severe spinal stenosis, enabling same-day ambulation.
Pioneered in China by Prof. Zhou Yue at Xinqiao Hospital, PELD accesses herniated discs through a 7mm keyhole incision under pure local anesthesia via the transforaminal corridor (Kambin's triangle). Under 30x magnification, it removes compressing fragments and radiofrequency-seals the annular tear. Patients communicate pain relief in real time and walk within 2 hours.
Assessment focus Persistent radiating leg pain, numbness or weakness that matches nerve compression on MRI and remains disabling despite appropriate nonoperative care can prompt surgical assessment.
Led by Peking University Third Hospital and Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, this all-inside arthroscopic procedure uses retrograde drilling to create bone sockets instead of full tunnels, preserving 50% more native bone. Using dual-bundle anatomical reconstruction and adjustable cortical button fixation, it restores 100% rotational stability for athletes returning to elite sports.
Assessment focus Reconstruction may be discussed for recurrent instability, pivoting sport or physical work, repairable associated meniscal injury, or persistent instability after rehabilitation.
