미세현미경 디스크제거술
After a diagnosis of disc herniation, specialized non-surgical treatment for at least 2 months
there is no improvement even after treatment, or, though still young, the pain makes exercise impossible
Numbness sets in, to the point of being unable to lead a normal life
If there is pain, surgery may be needed.
What is microscopic discectomy?
This is a surgical method that treats disc herniation or stenosis by making only a minimal wound in the spine and preserving as much normal tissue as possible. After a minimal incision, the lesion is magnified dozens of times under a surgical microscope and operated on under direct vision, which lowers the risk of damage to normal tissue such as the nerves, muscle, blood vessels and vertebral endplate. It can therefore be described as a highly safe operation with a high success rate.
Microscopic discectomy procedure
In this operation, a minimal incision of about 1.5-2 cm is made under local anesthesia and the damaged disc is removed while the surgical site is viewed directly, using a diamond drill and a Carl Zeiss surgical microscope, the latest in medical equipment. The risk of damaging normal tissue such as the surrounding nerves and blood vessels is low, so elderly patients with systemic disease can also be treated for disc problems safely.
Benefits of microscopic discectomy
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- Surgery is performed with a state-of-the-art surgical microscope, allowing accurate diagnosis and precise treatment.
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- The minimal incision means less scarring and faster recovery.
- 3
- Secondary infection such as inflammation from bleeding is extremely rare.
Post-treatment precautions
- Treatment results and duration may vary depending on individual symptoms.
- Very rarely, bleeding, infection or blood clots may occur with surgery or procedures.
- Temporary side effects may occur after treatment and vary with each individual's condition.
