Endoscopic Spine Surgery

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Minimally Invasive

With smaller incisions compared to traditional open surgery, endoscopic spine surgery minimizes damage to muscles and tissues, resulting in less postoperative pain and a quicker recovery.

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Reduced Scarring

The smaller incisions lead to minimal scarring, contributing to improved cosmetic outcomes and patient satisfaction.

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Faster Recovery Time

Patients typically experience shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery periods compared to conventional spine surgery, allowing them to return to their daily activities sooner.

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Precise Visualization

The endoscope provides high-definition, magnified views of the spine, enabling our surgeons to precisely target and treat the affected area with minimal disruption to surrounding structures.

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Lower Risk of Complications

Due to its minimally invasive nature, endoscopic spine surgery is associated with a lower risk of complications, such as infection and blood loss, compared to traditional open procedures.

Conditions Treated with Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique that utilizes an endoscope, a thin and flexible tube with a light and camera, to perform procedures on the spine. This approach allows surgeons to access and treat spinal conditions with smaller incisions compared to traditional open surgeries. Here are some common endoscopic spine surgeries:

Discectomy

Endoscopic discectomy involves the removal of a portion of a herniated or bulging disc that may be pressing on spinal nerves. This can relieve symptoms such as pain and numbness.

Foraminotomy

An endoscopic foraminotomy is performed to widen the neural foramen, the opening through which spinal nerves exit the spine. This can alleviate pressure on nerves affected by conditions like foraminal stenosis

Laminotomy

Endoscopic laminotomy involves the removal of part of the lamina, the back part of a vertebra, to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. It is often done for conditions like spinal stenosis.

Facet Joint Decompression

Endoscopic procedures can be used to treat facet joint issues, such as arthritis or hypertrophy, by removing or modifying the tissue causing compression.

Spinal Fusion (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion – TLIF)

Endoscopic TLIF involves placing a bone graft between vertebrae to promote fusion. This procedure is used to treat conditions like degenerative disc disease or instability.

Epidural Steroid Injection

While not a surgery, endoscopic techniques can be used for epidural steroid injections to deliver anti-inflammatory medication directly to the affected spinal area, providing relief for conditions like spinal stenosis or disc herniation.

Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty

These endoscopic procedures involve injecting bone cement into fractured vertebrae to stabilize and relieve pain caused by compression fractures.

Why Choose for Endoscopic Spine Surgery?

Experienced Endoscopic Surgeons

Our team of skilled and experienced surgeons specializes in endoscopic spine procedures, ensuring the highest level of expertise for our patients.

Patient-Centered Care

We prioritize personalized care, focusing on the unique needs and goals of each patient throughout their treatment journey.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Our advanced facilities are equipped with the latest technology to support the precision and effectiveness of endoscopic spine surgery.

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Dr. Mohammed Faizan

Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ’s)

What is endoscopic spine surgery and how is it different from traditional spine surgery?
Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive procedure in which surgeons use a thin endoscope (a tube with light and camera) inserted through small incisions to treat spine conditions. Compared to traditional open surgery, it causes less tissue damage, smaller scars, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery.
We treat various spinal issues including herniated or bulging discs (discectomy), foraminal stenosis (foraminotomy), spinal stenosis via laminotomy, facet joint arthritic compression, spinal instability requiring fusion (e.g., TLIF), vertebral compression fractures via vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty, and other conditions that compress nerves or spinal cord.
Advantages include minimally invasive access (small incisions), less post-operative pain, minimal scarring, quicker recovery, lower risk of complications (infection, blood loss), and more precise treatment due to high-definition visualization of spinal anatomy.
Recovery time varies depending on the specific procedure and patient health. Many patients experience shorter hospital stays and can resume light daily activities within a few days to a week. Full recovery, including return to more strenuous activity, typically takes several weeks to a few months, guided by your surgeon and rehab team.
While risks are lower than open surgery, possible complications may include infection, bleeding, nerve injury, inadequate relief of symptoms, recurrence of disc herniation, or need for further surgery. Your surgeon will discuss these based on your specific case.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ’s)

What is endoscopic spine surgery and how is it different from traditional spine surgery?
Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive procedure in which surgeons use a thin endoscope (a tube with light and camera) inserted through small incisions to treat spine conditions. Compared to traditional open surgery, it causes less tissue damage, smaller scars, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery.
We treat various spinal issues including herniated or bulging discs (discectomy), foraminal stenosis (foraminotomy), spinal stenosis via laminotomy, facet joint arthritic compression, spinal instability requiring fusion (e.g., TLIF), vertebral compression fractures via vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty, and other conditions that compress nerves or spinal cord.
Advantages include minimally invasive access (small incisions), less post-operative pain, minimal scarring, quicker recovery, lower risk of complications (infection, blood loss), and more precise treatment due to high-definition visualization of spinal anatomy.
Recovery time varies depending on the specific procedure and patient health. Many patients experience shorter hospital stays and can resume light daily activities within a few days to a week. Full recovery, including return to more strenuous activity, typically takes several weeks to a few months, guided by your surgeon and rehab team.
While risks are lower than open surgery, possible complications may include infection, bleeding, nerve injury, inadequate relief of symptoms, recurrence of disc herniation, or need for further surgery. Your surgeon will discuss these based on your specific case.