Endoscopic Discectomy is a spine surgery procedure that uses endoscopic surgical techniques to treat or remove a specific spinal disc.
Endoscopic discectomy is an outpatient surgical procedure used to remove herniated disc material that is causing uncomfortable pain and pressure in the back. Endoscopic discectomy is an alternative to open lumbar disc surgery and does not involve bone removal or large incisions to the skin. Instead, the procedure involves the use of X-ray imaging and magnified video to help insert an endoscopic probe through the skin of your back, between the vertebrae and into the herniated disc space.
Benefits of Micro-invasive endoscopic discectomy
- Least invasive technique – less trauma to muscles and soft tissue than with traditional open surgery
- Fast recovery time
- Minimal pain or discomfort following the surgery
- Immediate leg pain relief in most cases
- Fewer complications and risks than open spine surgery
- Small incision and minimal scar tissue
- High success rate and sustained success of the therapy
- No or minimal blood loss
- No hardware placement or loss of mobility
Endoscopic discectomy is a less invasive procedure than traditional open discectomy surgery. This means that there is less blood loss, less pain, and a shorter recovery time. Endoscopic discectomy is also associated with a lower risk of complications, such as nerve damage and infection.
