Saturday, 12th July 2025


Time Topic
08:00 – 09:00 AM Module - Robotic Surgeries
08:00 – 08:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
08:06 – 08:10 AM Accuracy Assessment of Planned vs. Actual Trajectories in Robotic Spine Surgery Using Postoperative CT Scans (5 mins)
08:11 – 08:15 AM Feasibility and Efficacy of Robotic-Guided Selective Nerve Root Block in Lumbosacral Radiculopathies (5 mins)
08:16 – 08:20 AM Does Robotic Spine Surgery Add Value to Surgical Practice Over Navigation-Based Systems? A Study on Operating Room Efficiency (5 mins)
08:21 – 08:26 AM Why I Chose to Become a Robotic Spine Surgeon – Truth vs. Hype (6 mins)
08:27 – 08:32 AM Robotic vs. Navigation-Assisted Spine Surgery: Does Robotics Have an Advantage? (6 mins)
08:33 – 08:38 AM Use of Robotics in Complex Spine Surgeries (6 mins)
08:39 – 08:44 AM Does the Cost Justify the Benefits of Robotic Surgeries? (6 mins)
08:45 – 08:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
08:55 – 09:00 AM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
09:00 – 10:00 AM Module - Navigation Assisted Surgeries
09:00 – 09:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
09:06 – 09:10 AM Minimizing Radiation and Maximizing Precision: Initial Experience with Two-Dimensional C-Arm Guided Neuronavigation (5 mins)
09:11 – 09:15 AM A Prospective Study of 3D Navigation-Guided Single Position OLIF with Posterior Percutaneous Fixation for Indian Patients (5 mins)
09:16 – 09:20 AM Navigation-Assisted Endoscopic Excision of Lumbar Vertebral Osteoid Osteoma in a 21-Year-Old Male – Video Presentation (5 mins)
09:21 – 09:26 AM 3D Navigation in Spine Surgery: A Cost-Benefit Analysis (6 mins)
09:27 – 09:32 AM Effect of Radiation on Spine Surgeons – Is Navigation Worth the Cost? (6 mins)
09:33 – 09:38 AM Navigation-Guided Lumbar Endoscopic Surgeries – Changing the Rules of the Game (6 mins)
09:39 – 09:44 AM Use of Navigation in Complex Spine Surgeries (6 mins)
09:45 – 09:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
09:55 – 10:00 AM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
10:00 – 11:00 AM Module - Tubular Assisted Surgeries
10:00 – 10:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
10:06 – 10:10 AM From Open to Tubular: Comparing Surgical Outcomes in Lumbar Disc Herniation (5 mins)
10:11 – 10:15 AM Assessment of Incidental Durotomy and Its Outcome in Minimally Invasive Tubular-Assisted Lumbar Spine Surgery: A Retrospective Analysis (5 mins)
10:16 – 10:20 AM Muscle-Preserving Decompression in Lumbar Canal Stenosis: A Comparative Study of Spinous Process Splitting Technique Versus Microtubular Over-the-Top Decompression (5 mins)
10:21 – 10:26 AM Tubular-Assisted Surgeries – The Right Docking Point (6 mins)
10:27 – 10:32 AM Learning Curve of Tubular-Assisted Surgeries (6 mins)
10:33 – 10:38 AM Know Your Armamentarium for Tubular-Assisted Surgeries (6 mins)
10:39 – 10:44 AM Versatility of Tubular in Spine Surgeries (6 mins)
10:45 – 10:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
10:55 – 11:00 AM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
11:00 – 12:00 PM Module - Lumbar Fusion – MIS-TLIF
11:00 – 11:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
11:06 – 11:10 AM Minimally Invasive versus Open Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion – A Single-Surgeon, Single-Centre, Retrospective Comparative Analysis (5 mins)
11:11 – 11:15 AM Perioperative Complications of MIS-TLIF – 10 Years’ Experience with MIS-TLIF (5 mins)
11:16 – 11:20 AM MIS-TLIF for High-Grade Spondylolisthesis of the Lumbar Spine: A Study of Clinical Outcomes and Complications with Follow-Up of Two to Four Years (5 mins)
11:21 – 11:26 AM Factors Affecting Fusion in MIS-TLIF (6 mins)
11:27 – 11:32 AM Reduction Techniques in MIS-TLIF (6 mins)
11:33 – 11:38 AM Role of MIS-TLIF in Degenerative Scoliosis (6 mins)
11:39 – 11:44 AM MIS-TLIF – My Worst Complications (6 mins)
11:45 – 11:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
11:55 – 12:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
12:00 – 01:00 PM Module - Comparative UBE Techniques
12:00 – 12:05 PM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
12:06 – 12:10 PM Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery: A 2-Year Comparative Analysis of Clinical Outcomes for Patients Treated for Single-Level Lumbar Disc Herniations with Radiculopathy Between Uniportal Interlaminar Endoscopic Spine Surgery and UBE (5 mins)
12:11 – 12:15 PM Uniportal vs. Biportal Interlaminar Endoscopic Decompression for Lumbar Canal Stenosis – A Scoping Review of Complications (5 mins)
12:16 – 12:20 PM Comparison of Functional Outcomes of Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Discectomy vs. Microlumbar Discectomy for Single-Level Lumbar Pathology (5 mins)
12:21 – 12:26 PM Why I Prefer Full Endoscopy vs. UBE (6 mins)
12:27 – 12:32 PM My Way or the Highway – UBE is the King (6 mins)
12:33 – 12:38 PM Cost & Benefit Comparison of UBE vs. Full Endoscopy (6 mins)
12:39 – 12:44 PM Choose the Right Tool – Why I Adapted Both Techniques (6 mins)
12:45 – 12:54 PM Discussion (10 mins)
12:55 – 01:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
01:00 - 2:00 PM Lunch
02:00 – 03:00 PM Module - OLIF
02:00 – 02:05 PM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
02:06 – 02:10 PM A Staged-OLIF Approach Can Minimize Construct Lengths in Adult Spinal Deformity – A Case Series and Literature Review (5 mins)
02:11 – 02:15 PM Stand-Alone OLIF: A Viable Treatment Option for Adjacent Segment Disease (5 mins)
02:16 – 02:20 PM Complications of Minimally Invasive OLIF51 Procedure: Insights from Ten Years of Experience (5 mins)
02:21 – 02:26 PM Relevance of Clinical and Radiological Anatomy in Deciding the OLIF Approaches (6 mins)
02:27 – 02:32 PM OLIF vs. ALIF – Ideal Choice for Lower Lumbar Fusion? (6 mins)
02:33 – 02:38 PM Complications in Lateral Spine Surgeries – How to Avoid? (6 mins)
02:39 – 02:44 PM Lumbar Disc Replacement – Why Fuse the Lumbar Spine? (6 mins)
02:45 – 02:54 PM Discussion (10 mins)
02:55 – 03:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
03:00 – 04:00 PM Module - OLIF Comparative Study (Battle for Fusion Technique)
03:00 – 03:05 PM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
03:06 – 03:10 PM Single-Position Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion and Pedicle Screw Fixation: Preliminary Experience and Perioperative Results (5 mins)
03:11 – 03:15 PM Clinical Outcomes of Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion (OLIF) with Biportal Endoscopic Interlaminar Decompression: A Comparative Analysis with TLIF (5 mins)
03:16 – 03:20 PM Prospective Study to Compare Minimally Invasive TLIF vs. OLIF in the Treatment of Adult Degenerative Scoliosis (5 mins)
03:21 – 03:26 PM Does the Height of the Cage Influence Lordosis in MIS Fusion Surgeries? (6 mins)
03:27 – 03:32 PM Effect of Fusion on the Choice of Cage: OLIF vs. TLIF (6 mins)
03:33 – 03:38 PM One-Level Fusion Surgery: My Reasons for Choosing OLIF over TLIF (6 mins)
03:39 – 03:44 PM OLIF vs. TLIF for Multilevel Fusion Surgeries (6 mins)
03:45 – 03:54 PM Discussion (10 mins)
03:55 – 04:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
04:00 – 05:00 PM Module – MIS Fusion Comparative Study
04:00 – 04:05 PM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
04:06 – 04:10 PM Superior Facet Joint Violations in Single-Level Minimally Invasive and Open Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Comparative Study (5 mins)
04:11 – 04:15 PM Comparative Study of Clinical & Radiological Outcomes Between Tubular Retractor and Biportal Endoscopic TLIF Using Double Cages (5 mins)
04:16 – 04:20 PM A Comparative Study of Functional Outcomes in MIS-TLIF vs. Other Surgical Modalities for Lumbar Spondylolisthesis (5 mins)
04:21 – 04:26 PM How Early is Too Early to Adapt a New Technique? (6 mins)
04:27 – 04:32 PM MIS-TLIF: One Solution to Different Lumbar Pathologies (6 mins)
04:33 – 04:38 PM UBE Fusion: Tips, Tricks, and Learning Curve (6 mins)
04:39 – 04:44 PM KLIF: Indirect Decompression and Fusion is the Way Forward (6 mins)
04:45 – 04:54 PM Discussion (10 mins)
04:55 – 05:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
05:00 – 06:00 PM Module- Lumbar Fusion - Degenerative Scoliosis
05:00 – 05:05 PM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
05:06 – 05:10 PM Characteristics of Patients Who Can Tolerate Postoperative PI–LL >10° in MIS Short Fusion for Adult Spinal Deformity (5 mins)
05:11 – 05:15 PM Is Circumferential Minimally Invasive Surgery Using Lateral Interbody Fusion and Percutaneous Pedicle Screws Effective for Severe Adult Spinal Deformity? (5 mins)
05:16 – 05:20 PM Role of cMIS (Circumferential Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery) in Adult Spine Deformity Correction (5 mins)
05:21 – 05:26 PM Degenerative Scoliosis – Preoperative Planning (6 mins)
05:27 – 05:32 PM Is MIS the Way Forward in Degenerative Scoliosis? (6 mins)
05:33 – 05:38 PM C-MIS Fusion: Tips, Tricks, and Limitations (6 mins)
05:39 – 05:44 PM Avoiding Complications in Surgical Management of Degenerative Scoliosis (6 mins)
05:45 – 05:54 PM Discussion (10 mins)
05:55 – 06:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
06:00 – 07:00 PM Module - UBE Fusion
06:00 – 06:05 PM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
06:06 – 06:10 PM Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ULIF) Combined with Accessory Incision and Kirschner Wire: Technique Note and Preliminary Results (5 mins)
06:11 – 06:15 PM Comparative Analysis of Functional and Radiological Outcomes in MIS-TLIF vs UBE-TLIF in Lumbar Degenerative Pathologies (5 mins)
06:16 – 06:20 PM A Prospective Analysis of O-Arm Navigation-Guided Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (NAV-UBE TLIF) (5 mins)
06:21 – 06:26 PM Anatomical Considerations for Case Selection in UBE Fusion (6 mins)
06:27 – 06:32 PM The Double Cage Technique in Biportal Endoscopic Fusion (6 mins)
06:33 – 06:38 PM Role of Navigation in UBE Fusion (6 mins)
06:39 – 06:44 PM UBE-XLIF and the Advantages of Larger Cages (6 mins)
06:45 – 06:54 PM Discussion (10 mins)
06:55 – 07:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
07:00 – 08:00 PM CLOSING CEREMONY
Time Topic
08:00 – 09:00 AM MISSABCON: Thoracolumbar Fracture
08:00 – 08:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
08:06 – 08:10 AM Thoracolumbar Fractures in Patients with Variable Neurological Deficit: A Comparative Study of the Functional and Radiological Results of Open Pedicle Screw Fixation vs. Percutaneous Methods (5 mins)
08:11 – 08:15 AM Exploring the Efficacy of Minimally Invasive Surgical Fixation in Thoracolumbar Spinal Injuries (5 mins)
08:16 – 08:20 AM Refining Outcomes in Thoracolumbar Burst Fractures: The Role of Minimally Invasive Direct Decompression and Interbody Fusion (5 mins)
08:21 – 08:26 AM Anatomical Considerations in the Thoracolumbar Spine: Unique Features and Implications for Surgical Intervention (6 mins)
08:27 – 08:32 AM Role of Anterior Support in Thoracolumbar Spine Fixation: Techniques and Outcomes (6 mins)
08:33 – 08:38 AM Decompression vs. Ligamentotaxis in the Management of Thoracolumbar Fractures: A Comparative Approach (6 mins)
08:39 – 08:44 AM Minimally Invasive Surgical (MIS) Approaches to Thoracolumbar Fractures: Advancements and Challenges (6 mins)
08:45 – 08:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
08:55 – 09:00 AM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
09:00 – 10:00 AM MISSABCON: Implants, Cement & Biologics in Spine Surgery
09:00 – 09:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
09:06 – 09:10 AM Double Cement Application Technique of Balloon Kyphoplasty for Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures (5 mins)
09:11 – 09:15 AM Pedicle Cage – An Innovation in Minimally Invasive Vertebral Anterior Column Augmentation (5 mins)
09:16 – 09:20 AM Radiological Study of the Effect of 3D-Printed Titanium Cages on Local Kyphosis Formation and Prevention of Subsidence in Lumbar Posterior Interbody Fusion (TLIF) (5 mins)
09:21 – 09:26 AM Selecting the Optimal Cement for Augmentation in Vertebroplasty and Spine Surgery (6 mins)
09:27 – 09:32 AM The Impact of Cage Type on Minimally Invasive Spine Fusion (6 mins)
09:33 – 09:38 AM Choosing the Right Graft in Minimally Invasive Spine Fusion Surgery (6 mins)
09:39 – 09:44 AM The Role of Biologics in Enhancing Spine Fusion: Current Trends and Future Directions (6 mins)
09:45 – 09:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
09:55 – 10:00 AM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
10:00 – 11:00 AM MISSABCON: Infection
10:00 – 10:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
10:06 – 10:10 AM Risk of Infection in Cervical Spine Surgery Following Epidural Steroid Injection: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (5 mins)
10:11 – 10:15 AM Navigation-Assisted Endoscopic Management of Thoracolumbar Spondylodiscitis: A Novel Minimally Invasive Technique (5 mins)
10:16 – 10:20 AM Clinical and Radiological Outcomes of Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) in the Treatment of Lumbar Spondylodiscitis – A Multi-Center Study (5 mins)
10:21 – 10:26 AM Preoperative Risk Factors for Infection in Spine Surgery: Identifying and Mitigating Potential Complications (6 mins)
10:27 – 10:32 AM Understanding the Pathogenesis of Discitis: Advancements in Diagnosis, Modality, and Treatment Approaches (6 mins)
10:33 – 10:38 AM Minimally Invasive Non-Fusion Techniques for Managing Spondylodiscitis: A New Frontier in Spinal Infection Treatment (6 mins)
10:39 – 10:44 AM Minimally Invasive Fusion Techniques for Managing Spondylodiscitis (6 mins)
10:45 – 10:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
10:55 – 11:00 AM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
11:00 – 12:00 PM MISSABCON: Risk factors/Complications
11:00 – 11:05 AM Moderator 1 - Introduction to the module (5 mins)
11:06 – 11:10 AM Prevalence and Risk Factors of Neck Pain in Spine Surgeons – Are We Our Own Patients? (5 mins)
11:11 – 11:15 AM Managing Lumbar Adjacent Segment Disease Using Minimally Invasive Techniques (5 mins)
11:16 – 11:20 AM Peri-operative Complications in Minimally Invasive TLIF for Degenerative Listhesis: A Comparative Analysis of Regional Versus General Anesthesia in a Large Patient Cohort (5 mins)
11:21 – 11:26 AM Advancements in Imaging Technology: Enhancing Precision and Minimizing Complications in MIS Spine Surgery (6 mins)
11:27 – 11:32 AM Managing Risk Factors & Complications in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Prevention Strategies and Best Practices (6 mins)
11:33 – 11:38 AM The Critical Role of Neuromonitoring in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (6 mins)
11:39 – 11:44 AM The Importance of Consent, Counseling, Documentation, and Communication in Addressing Postoperative Complications in Spine Surgery (6 mins)
11:45 – 11:54 AM Discussion (10 mins)
11:55 – 12:00 PM Moderator 2 – Literature Review / Conclusion (6 mins)
12:00 – 01:00 PM MISSABCON: Best Paper Session

(6 presentations + 4 mins discussion)

12:00 – 12:10 PM Analysis of Uniportal Percutaneous Cervical Endoscopic Discectomy: A Single-Center Study of 64 Patients (6 + 4 mins)
12:11 – 12:20 PM Classifying Invasiveness of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) Techniques: Toward a Standardized System (6 + 4 mins)
12:21 – 12:30 PM What Do Patients Want? A Priority List of Patients’ Expectations (6 + 4 mins)
12:31 – 12:40 PM Decompression Alone vs. Decompression with Fusion (TLIF) for Degenerative Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: Do the 5-Year Results Differ in Minimally Invasive Surgeries? (6 + 4 mins)
12:41 – 12:50 PM Effect of Facet Joint Degeneration on Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes After Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion (OLIF) (6 + 4 mins)
12:51 – 01:00 PM Learning Curve of Minimally Invasive C1–C2 Trans-Articular Screw Fixation (MIS-TAS): Over a Period of Five Years (6 + 4 mins)
01:00 - 2:00 PM Lunch
02:00 – 03:00 PM BSSCON: Session I - Osteoporosis Related Complications in MIS Surgery
02:00 - 02:15 PM Case 1: Percutaneous Screw failure (15 mins)
02:16 - 02:30 PM Case 2: Vertebroplasty failure extrusion collapse (15 mins)
02:31 - 02:40 PM Lecture: Tips and Tricks to prevent percutanoeus screw failures in osteoporotic spine (10 mins)
02:41 - 02:50 PM Lecture: Preoperative optimization of osteoporosis in elective MIS lumbar surgery (10 mins)
02:51 - 02:55 PM Q&A (5 mins)
03:00 – 04:00 PM BSSCON : Oration
03:00 – 03:30 PM BSS Guest Oration - Reaching the Top: What Really Matters! (25+5 mins)
03:30 – 03:40 PM BSS Presidential Oration - The Evolution of Surgery for Spinal Tuberculosis (7+3 mins)
04:00 – 05:30 PM BSSCON – VJ Laheri BOS Best Paper Competition
04:00 – 04:10 PM Novel Anatomic Profile Lateral Lumbar Interbody Cage Can Reduce Endplate Fracture and Subsidence Compared with Common Wedge Profile (7+3 mins)
04:11 – 04:20 PM Comparative Analysis of Three Generations of Vertebral Body Augmentation Procedures for Osteoporotic Compression Fractures – Our Experience (7+3 mins)
04:21 – 04:30 PM Classification of UBE Procedure According to Time and Its Impact on Complications (7+3 mins)
04:31 – 04:40 PM Effects of Mechanical Bowel Preparation and Probiotic Prophylaxis on Postoperative Ileus in Patients Undergoing Posterior Spine Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial (7+3 mins)
04:41 – 04:50 PM Redefining the Cervical Pedicle Entry Point (CPEP) in Insertion of Cervical Pedicle Screw Using O-Arm Navigation – A Prospective Radiological Study in Indian Subjects (7+3 mins)
04:51 – 05:00 PM Risk Factor for Cage Retropulsion After Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) (7+3 mins)
05:01 – 05:10 PM Impact of Patient Positioning on Surgical Outcomes and Patient Safety in Spinal Surgeries: Results of a Systematic Review and Indian Expert Consensus (7+3 mins)
05:11 – 05:20 PM Ponte Osteotomy Using Ultrasonic Bone Scalpel in Spinal Deformity Expedites Safe Execution Bloodlessly: Technical Tips and Pearls (7+3 mins)
05:21 – 05:30 PM A retrospective single-center review of the performance of polymer embedded biphasic calcium phosphate bone graft with submicron needle-shaped topography used standalone in Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion
05:30 – 06:30 PM BSSCON : Session II : Spine Tumors
05:31 – 05:45 PM Interactive Case-Based Panel Discussion – Case 1: Vertebral Hemangioma (15 mins)
05:46 – 06:00 PM Interactive Case-Based Panel Discussion – Case 2: Giant Cell Tumor (15 mins)
06:01 – 06:15 PM Interactive Case-Based Panel Discussion – Case 3: Aneurysmal Bone Cyst / Osteoblastoma (15 mins)
06:16 – 06:30 PM Interactive Case-Based Panel Discussion – Case 4: PNET (Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor) (15 mins)
06:30 – 07:00 PM BSSCON : Rapid Fire Session
06:31 – 06:33 PM Full Endoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion for High-Grade Spondylolisthesis Using Vertebroplasty-Augmented Screws in Osteoporotic Spine (2+1 Mins)
06:34 – 06:36 PM Comparative Analysis of Morphological Changes in Multifidus Muscle in Relation to Surgical Techniques for Single-Level Lumbar Decompression (2+1 Mins)
06:37 – 06:39 PM Salvage Oblique Lateral Interbody Fusion for Failed Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (2+1 Mins)
06:40 – 06:42 PM Efficacy of Microendoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MELIF) in Revision Spine Surgery (2+1 Mins)
07:00 – 08:00 PM BSSCON - General Body Meeting
Time Topic
08:00 – 09:00 AM Industry Symposium
09:00 – 10:00 AM Industry Symposium
10:00 – 11:00 AM Industry Symposium
11:00 – 12:00 PM Industry Symposium
12:00 – 01:00 PM Industry Symposium
01:00 - 02:00 PM Lunch
  Industry Symposium
03:00 – 04:00 PM Industry Symposium
04:00 – 05:30 PM Industry Symposium
05:30 – 06:30 PM Industry Symposium
06:30 – 07:00 PM Rapid Fire Session