Egypt Neuro Spine

Last Updated: December, 2011

The facts about traditional open spine surgery.

1. A six inch incision may be needed to see the affected nerve root and the disc. In creating such a sizeable incision, a large area of muscle has to be cut to make an opening of 2 to 6 inches, leading to substantial blood loss.
2. Use of general anesthesia, which depending on age and overall health, could lead to a greater risk of complications.
3. The length of the stay in the hospital is increased, which is adds to the total cost.
4. The recuperation time after the surgery is much longer, typically several weeks or months.
5. The use of pain medications are necessary after traditional open spine surgery, which not only adds to the cost of the procedure, but also slows the recovery process.
6. Scar tissue formation can lead to additional spine conditions, which could lead more surgical procedures.

The Minimally Invasive Spine Difference

Utilizing world-class technologies and highly-advanced microscopic tools, our innovative techniques allow for:

• Less Anesthesia Due to the size of our incisions and our ability to treat the source of pain, very little anesthesia is needed and usually only locally.
• Less Recovery Time Patients often walk out of the surgery center in as little as two hours after the procedure.
• Less Trauma Pioneering MI spine techniques without muscle damage that often require NO stitches.
• Less Blood Loss Less blood loss and less trauma mean a much quicker recovery.
• Less Scarring Often requiring only a band-aid for healing, our minimally invasive procedures virtually leave no scar tissue so one can enjoy an active lifestyle once again.

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The information contained is neither intended as rendering medical advice nor as a substitute for seeking professional medical assistance. Any individual with specific questions regarding their individual health or treatment options should contact us and schedule an appointment.