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| Why is a micro decompression Endoscopic Spinal Discectomy performed? |
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| To decompress an injured spinal disc, and to remove bony spurs. |
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| With the help of fluoroscopy, endoscopic instruments and the use of a laser. |
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| Advantages of micro decompression endoscopic spinal Discectomy... |
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Small incision
No traumatic muscle dissection
No bone removal
No bone fusion
No manipulation of the nerves in the area
Minimal x-ray exposure
No hospitalization required
No postop scarring in or around the nerves
Patient can begin exercise program on the day of the procedure.
Cost of the procedure is 40%less than an open procedure
High success rate |
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| muscle spasms: can be relieved with the use of muscle relaxants and analgesics. |
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| Equipment/Instruments/Supplies |
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Small diameter tube for introduction of instruments
Endoscopic imaging equipment
Discotome
Laser of Surgeon's choice |
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| Preoperative diagnostic tests and procedures |
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| CT, MRI, Myelogram revealing disk herniation. |
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| Return to normal activity |
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| Local anesthetic is injected |
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| Skin incision is made with #15 blade |
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| X-rays, fluoroscopy, and endoscopic imaging for guidance, a small tube is inserted through skin incision. |
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| Surgeon removes disc material to decompress and relieve the pressure on the nerve root. |
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| Fifth step of the procedure |
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| Laser probe is used to shrink, tighten, and burn away other portions of the disc. |
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| Sixth step of the procedure |
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| Probe is used to suction out small pieces of disc material. |
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| Last step of the procedure |
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| Hollow tube is removed and a small bandage is applied over incision. |
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