ArticleEuropean spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society2026
Unilateral biportal endoscopic in spine surgery: a global bibliometric analysis of research trends and influences.
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5 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Complications and their prevention in unilateral biportal endoscopy: a systematic review with narrative insights and practical management algorithms.Acta neurochirurgica · 2026Pooled it
- Early clinical outcomes of simultaneous biportal endoscopic decompression for tandem spinal stenosis: a single-center retrospective study.Journal of spine surgery (Hong Kong) · 2026Article
- The Safety and Efficacy of Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Decompression for the Treatment of Thoracic Ossification of Ligamentum Flavum with Occupancy Ratio > 60%: A Retrospective Cohort Study.Pain and therapy · 2026Article
- Answer to the letter to the editor of L. Liu, et al. concerning "Real-time video communication during percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic discectomy is beneficial to postoperative recovery a single-center retrospective study" by Z. Pan, et al. (Eur spine J [2025] doi: 10.1007/s00586-025-08777-1).European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society · 2025Article
- Case Report: Series report and literature review on postoperative subdural hygroma complications following biportal endoscopic spinal surgery.Frontiers in surgery · 2025Article
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Abstract
purposeUnilateral biportal endoscopic (UBE) technique is increasingly utilized in spine surgery, offering minimally invasive solutions with promising outcomes. This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of global research trends and key influences in UBE application.
methodsA systematic search in the Web of Science Core Collection was performed on June 9, 2024, focusing on English publications related to UBE and spine surgery. Bibliographic data were analyzed using R and VOSviewer to visualize trends, collaborations, and citation networks.
resultsA total of 231 articles from 59 sources were identified, with World Neurosurgery being the most prolific journal. Publications peaked in 2023, with South Korea and China leading the field through significant collaborations. HEO DH emerged as the most productive and cited author. Key research focuses included "decompression," "surgery," and "discectomy."
conclusionThe analysis highlights increasing research interest in UBE, with key contributors and collaborations shaping advancements. It provides insights into research trends, main areas of focus, and emerging topics, guiding future UBE research and applications.
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