Dénia Hospital Broadcasts Live Endoscopic Spine Surgeries at National Congress
On September 27, 2026, the Hospital Universitario de Dénia broadcasted two live minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgeries during the pre-congress course of the III edition of the Congress of the Spanish Society of Percutaneous and Endoscopic Spine Surgery (SECPEC). More than a hundred national and international specialists observed the procedures in real time from València.
- Over 100 specialists in València observed live endoscopic spine interventions on September 27, 2026.
- The featured procedures included a lumbar canal stenosis decompression and a lumbar fusion for vertebral instability.
- Endoscopic spine surgery addresses roughly 80 percent of common vertebral pathologies while shortening hospital stays.
Clinical Scope and Surgical Procedures at SECPEC
The pre-congress course, held in conjunction with the SECPEC meeting at the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències in València, highlighted the practical applications of advanced spinal endoscopy. José Lizón Aguilar, a traumatologist at the Hospital de Dénia and president of the organizing committee, emphasized that observing live surgical workflows allows visiting professionals to evaluate these methods directly.
The first broadcasted intervention addressed a lumbar canal stenosis via endoscopic decompression. Surgeons created two small incisions to extract the tissue responsible for nerve compression, limiting collateral damage to adjacent muscles and soft tissues. The second operation tackled vertebral instability using an endoscopic-assisted lumbar fusion. This approach incorporated an intersomatic cage and fixation hardware to stabilize the affected vertebrae under direct endoscopic visualization.
Indications and Patient Recovery Advantages
Current clinical indicators show that endoscopic spine techniques are suitable for approximately 80 percent of frequent vertebral pathologies, including disc herniations, canal stenosis, and select instances of spinal instability. By utilizing small operating channels measuring between eight millimeters and one centimeter in diameter, surgeons bypass extensive muscle stripping.
These methods yield measurable benefits over conventional open surgery, including reduced surgical aggression, lower postoperative pain scores, and shorter hospital stays. Many patients achieve sufficient functional recovery to be discharged either on the day of the procedure or the following morning.
Institutional History and Educational Outreach
The Hospital de Dénia first adopted endoscopic spine surgery in 2017, establishing itself as the initial center in the Comunitat Valenciana to implement the technology. Both the Traumatology and Neurosurgery departments refined these protocols and contributed to the creation of SECPEC. The III Bianual SECPEC Congress gathered approximately 130 spine surgeons alongside 50 participants in the hands-on anatomical pre-congress training courses.
For individuals evaluating treatment options for chronic spinal conditions or persistent nerve compression, consulting with a qualified orthopedic surgeon or neurosurgeon remains essential to determine the most appropriate surgical or conservative pathway.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and scientific communication purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition, diagnosis, or treatment plan.