Daycare Spine Surgery Hyderabad

Full Endoscopic Spine Surgery in Hyderabad: Complete Patient Guide

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Dr. Sayuj Krishnan S
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Full endoscopic spine surgery is a tiny-incision, camera-assisted technique that removes the offending disc fragment or relieves nerve compression through a 6–8 mm working channel. Discharge timing is decided for each patient.

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⏱ 5 MIN READ · KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Full endoscopic surgery uses a 6–8 mm incision — far smaller than conventional open surgery
  • Day-care pathway considered for suitable patients; discharge timing decided individually
  • Can be done awake under spinal block, avoiding general anaesthesia risks entirely
  • Treats slip disc, stenosis, cervical disc prolapse, and recurrent disc herniation
  • Re-herniation rate is low (~2–5%) with post-operative physiotherapy

What conditions does it treat?

  • Lumbar disc herniation (slip disc) with sciatica
  • Foraminal and lateral recess stenosis
  • Spinal canal stenosis causing claudication
  • Cervical disc prolapse causing arm pain
  • Recurrent disc herniation after prior surgery

How is it different from open surgery?

  • Incision: 6–8 mm vs 3–5 cm
  • Muscle damage: Minimal — working channel dilates rather than cuts
  • Blood loss: Usually small
  • Hospital stay: Decided for each patient; day care possible for suitable patients
  • Anaesthesia: Can be done awake under spinal block — no general anaesthesia needed
  • Return to work: Individual; planned at follow-up

The procedure step by step

  1. Positioning and anaesthesia (spinal or general)
  2. Fluoroscopy-guided needle placement at the target level
  3. Sequential dilation; 6–8 mm working cannula introduced
  4. High-definition endoscope inserted — live view of disc and nerve
  5. Disc fragment removed or bony spur trimmed under direct vision
  6. Nerve decompression confirmed; cannula withdrawn
  7. Single stitch or skin glue; mobilisation when the team judges it safe

Cost of full endoscopic spine surgery in Hyderabad

Cost varies by hospital, number of levels, and implants required. After clinical and imaging review, a personalised estimate with insurance support is provided. Most major insurers cover endoscopic spine surgery. View all procedures for a full list of conditions treated.

FAQs

Is full endoscopic surgery safe?

Yes, in experienced hands. Complication rates are low and comparable to or better than open surgery when patients are properly selected.

Can elderly or diabetic patients have this surgery?

Yes. The awake pathway (spinal anaesthesia) avoids general anaesthesia risks, making it particularly suitable for high-risk patients.

Will the disc herniate again after surgery?

Re-herniation rate is low (around 2–5%). Post-operative physiotherapy and activity modification significantly reduce the risk.

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