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Surgery for Tuberculosis of Spine

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About Surgery for Tuberculosis of Spine

Surgery for tuberculosis of the spine is a specialized neurosurgical procedure performed to treat spinal tuberculosis causing spinal instability, deformity, abscess formation, or compression of the spinal cord and nerves. Spinal tuberculosis, also kn...

Overview

The surgery may involve: Removal of infected spinal tissue Drainage of abscesses Spinal cord decompression Spinal stabilization with implants Correction of spinal deformity Doctors commonly combine surgery with: Long-term anti-tubercular medications Rehabilitation therapy Nutritional support Follow-up imaging studies The procedure is performed in patients with neurological deficits, spinal collapse, severe deformity, or failure of medical treatment.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Surgery for Tuberculosis of Spine

  • ⦾ Severe back pain
  • ⦾ Fever and weight loss
  • ⦾ Weakness in limbs
  • ⦾ Difficulty walking
  • ⦾ Spinal deformity

Recovery & Outlook

Surgical treatment combined with anti-tubercular therapy improves spinal stability and neurological recovery. Long-term outcomes depend on early diagnosis, infection control, and rehabilitation participation.

Risks

  • ⦾ Persistent infection
  • ⦾ Neurological damage
  • ⦾ Spinal instability
  • ⦾ Implant-related complications
  • ⦾ Recurrence of infection

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Complete full anti-tubercular treatment
  • ⦾ Attend rehabilitation sessions regularly
  • ⦾ Follow spinal precautions carefully
  • ⦾ Maintain proper nutrition
  • ⦾ Attend scheduled imaging follow-up visits

Doctors Who Perform Surgery for Tuberculosis of Spine

Meet experienced orthopedics (bone & joint care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform surgery for tuberculosis of spine.

Dr Naveen Kumar B M

Dr Naveen Kumar B M

MBBS, MS Orthopedics

KMC: 112492

Consultant Arthroplasty, Trauma, Sports Medicine ad Arthroscopy Surgeon

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Dr Sharan Achar T

Dr Sharan Achar T

MBBS, MS Ortho, DNB, FASSI, FAO

KMC: 109282

Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

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Dr Sudhindra Dharmavaram

Dr Sudhindra Dharmavaram

MBBS, MD (ANAES), FFPMRCA (UK) - Orthopedics

KMC: 80575

Consultant Orthopaedics Surgeon

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