CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS OPERATION

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This disorder, known as cervical canal stenosis, is a narrowing in the canals through which the spinal cord and nerve fibers pass in the neck part of the spine.

This operation, which aims to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, takes between 1 and 3 hours under general anesthesia.

WHO ARE THE ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES FOR CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS OPERATION?

The biggest cause of canal stenosis is aging. Causes of cervical canal stenosis include congenital narrowness of the spine, benign and malignant tumors in the bones, damage to the spine during birth, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and cardiovascular disorders.

Symptoms of cervical spinal stenosis may include numbness and tingling in hands, arms, feet and legs, loss of strength in later periods, walking and balance problems, neck pain, decrease in arm and leg reflexes and skills, loss of bladder and bowel control. Untreated conditions may cause compression of the spinal nerve root.

For individuals with symptoms, surgery is recommended if other treatment options do not provide relief.

HOW IS CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS OPERATIN IN TURKEY?

This operation, which is performed to relieve the spinal cord and nerves, is performed under general anesthesia and lasts between 1 and 3 hours.

• PREPARATION

It is important to have physical examination firstly. According to the physical examination, the surgery is planned. After the planning of surgery, patients must have pre-operative examinations such as learning of patient’s medical record, blood tests, chest X-ray, cervical X-ray, computed tomography (CT Scan), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), electromyography (EMG), neurological tests and anesthesiologist consultations.

According to the patient’s medical record, surgeon may ask for additional tests and examinations from different branches.

The main aims of pre-operative examinations are evaluate the patient’s risk and maintain patient’s health condition.

• ANESTHESIA

The general anesthesia which is numbing the whole body and put patient to sleep is preffered for this surgery.

• CERVICAL SPINE STENOISIS TECHNIQUE

Cervical spinal stenosis can be performed from the front or back of the neck. The way the surgery is performed is determined by the surgeon.

If the cervical spinal stenosis is caused by a cervical disc herniation, the body of the vertebrae and the ligaments in the front, the operation is performed from the front of the neck. The disc, bones and ligaments causing compression in the neck are removed. Surgical materials such as bone grafts and screws are placed instead of the removed tissues. Then, a fusion procedure is performed to strengthen and immobilize the spine.

There are two ways to perform surgical intervention from the back of the neck. Laminectomy is performed to remove the laminae and ligaments compressing the spinal cord. In some cases, fusion is also performed to strengthen the spine. Laminoplasty is performed to widen the cervical canal. In this operation, the bone fragments that cause narrowing are removed and the cervical canal is widened by preventing the laminae from opening and closing.

The surgery is terminated after the necessary surgical interventions are completed.

RECOVERY FROM CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS OPERATION IN TURKEY

Patients stay at the hospital for between 5 to 7 days at the hospital. Patients should rest for 1 week after discharge. They can return to their daily lives starting from the second week. If the doctor deems it necessary, patients are recommended a neck brace to protect the neck.

Individuals should be careful when walking, using stairs, and bending and standing after discharge. Neck supportive pillows should be used. The operated area should be protected from impacts.

After surgery, individuals can begin physical therapy as recommended by their doctor. Physical therapy is very important for recovery and strengthening of neck muscles.

Generally, recovery occurs within 3 to 4 months. But full recovery is seen after one year.

POST-OPERATIVE KEY POINTS OF CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS OPERATION

• Correct use of prescribed medicines.
• Using of neck brace
• Physical therapy should be started
• Avoiding strenuous sports activities
• Paying attention to movements in daily life
• Avoiding heavy lifting until full recovery for 4 to 6 weeks
• A toilet bowl should be preferred for the toilet needs
• Keeping dry and clean of incisions

BENEFITS OF CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS OPERATION IN TURKEY

Cervical spinal stenosis causes serious symptoms such as severe pain in individuals, numbness in hands, arms and legs, weakness in hands, arms and legs in later stages, loss of reflexes, and impaired walking balance. It also causes problems with bladder and bowel control. If left untreated, the symptoms it causes may become permanent. After surgery, individuals’ symptoms are improved. Power loss and balance problems are solved. Individuals continue their lives in a healthy way after the recovery period after surgery.

HOW DOES CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS OPERATION COST IN TURKEY?

The Cervical Spinal Stenosis Operation cost is varying depending on the healthcare provider, surgeon’s experiences, surgery’s method, situations of disorder and location where surgery is performed.

As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Cervical Spinal Stenosis Treatment in Turkey. To learn more about the Cervical Spinal Stenosis Operation, please contact us for a free quotation.