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About Microdiscectomy

Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive spinal surgery performed to remove portions of a herniated spinal disc compressing nearby nerves. The procedure helps relieve severe leg pain, numbness, weakness, and nerve irritation caused by disc prolapse. M...

Overview

The surgery involves: Small skin incision Microsurgical visualization Removal of herniated disc fragments Nerve root decompression Preservation of healthy spinal structures Microdiscectomy is commonly performed for: Lumbar disc herniation Sciatica Nerve compression syndromes The procedure usually results in significant pain relief and improved mobility.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Microdiscectomy

  • ⦾ Severe leg pain (sciatica)
  • ⦾ Numbness or tingling
  • ⦾ Muscle weakness
  • ⦾ Back pain
  • ⦾ Difficulty walking

Recovery & Outlook

Microdiscectomy provides excellent relief for nerve compression symptoms in many patients. Long-term outcomes improve with rehabilitation and spine care practices.

Risks

  • ⦾ Disc recurrence
  • ⦾ Infection
  • ⦾ Nerve injury
  • ⦾ Persistent pain
  • ⦾ Spinal fluid leak

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Avoid bending or lifting heavy objects
  • ⦾ Attend physiotherapy regularly
  • ⦾ Walk gradually as advised
  • ⦾ Maintain proper posture
  • ⦾ Follow medication instructions carefully

Doctors Who Perform Microdiscectomy

Meet experienced neurology (brain care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform microdiscectomy.

Dr Prahlad S T

Dr Prahlad S T

MBBS, DNB - General Surgery, DNB - Neurosurgery

KMC: 79627

Consultant Brain (Neuro) & Spine Surgeon

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Dr Rajkumar Pannam

Dr Rajkumar Pannam

MBBS, MS, General Surgery, MCh, Neurosurgery, Fellowship in Cerebrovascular and Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Japan.

KMC: APN20130001365TKT

Consultant Neurosurgeon

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Arun Kumar M A

Arun Kumar M A

MBBS, MS General Surgery,DNB General Surgery,MCh Neurosurgery

KMC: 94243

Consultant Neurologist

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