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This study aimed to develop a lateral full-endoscopic lumbosacral foraminotomy (LELF) technique and evaluate its feasibility, safety, and effectiveness in dogs.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>LELF was first established in two large-breed dog cadavers, followed by clinical assessment in three dogs diagnosed with LSFS with cross-sectional imaging. Pre- and post-operative assessments included standardized DLSS scoring, owner-reported pain inventory (CBPI), and CT-based neuroforaminal volume measurements. Intra-operative parameters including incision length, surgical time, and visualization quality were recorded.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      LELF was successfully performed on nine foramina (four cadaveric, five clinical) without conversion to open surgery. Incision length was &amp;lt; 10 mm, median surgical time was 95 min per foramen. All key anatomical landmarks were visualized, and no iatrogenic nerve root injuries occurred. Post-operative CT demonstrated significant enlargement of the lumbosacral foramina (median pre-operative volume: 315.2 mm3; post-operative: 605.6 mm3;\n                      <jats:italic>P<\/jats:italic>\n                      = 0.004). Clinical outcomes improved markedly at 6-month follow-up, with DLSS and CBPI scores indicating substantial pain reduction and restoration of excellent quality of life.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>LELF is a feasible and minimally invasive technique for LSFS in dogs, achieving effective foraminal decompression and favorable medium-term clinical outcomes. 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