Doç. Dr. Eyüp ÇetinNeurosurgery Specialist
Operation and Surgical Approach

Lumbar Microdiscectomy

Surgical removal of herniated disc fragment compressing the nerve root under surgical microscope.

Lumbar Microdiscectomy

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Lumbar Microdiscectomy

Lumbar microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed to remove the herniated portion of a lumbar disc that is compressing a spinal nerve root.

Indications

  • Severe leg pain unresponsive to conservative medical treatment and physical therapy
  • Progressive muscle weakness in the leg or foot
  • Loss of bowel or bladder control (cauda equina syndrome - surgical emergency)
  • Structural nerve compression verified by lumbar MRI.
Important information

Surgical methods and outcomes vary by individual. This page does not provide diagnosis, treatment advice or outcome guarantees.

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