- Procedure Type
Surgical
- Common/Other Name of Treatment
Lumbar/Cervical Discectomy
- Procedure Duration
15–60 minutes
- Anesthesia
General Anesthesia
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Factors That Affect the Cost of Discectomy in Delhi
If you want to undergo discectomy in Delhi, then while calculating the cost of your surgery you should consider the following factors:
- Choice of hospital
- Surgeon’s fees, experience, and expertise
- Severity of the condition
- Type of surgery
- Additional procedures/treatments required
- No. of vertebrae operated on
- Surgical approach
- Postoperative care required
- Insurance coverage
- Patient’s age and health condition, etc.
Cost of Diagnostic Tests Required for Discectomy
Before undergoing discectomy surgery, the patient has to undergo a complete diagnosis so that the surgeon can determine their overall health condition, the severity of the disc disease, and the type of surgery and surgical approach best for them.
Common diagnostic tests performed before Discectomy are:
- Spinal MRI: Rs. 1000 – Rs. 3500
- X-ray of the vertebral column: Rs. 800 – Rs. 2000
- CT Scan: Rs. 1000 – Rs. 2500
- Physical examination, blood tests, and vital signs checkup: Rs. 1000 – Rs. 2000
Benefits of Discectomy
Major benefits of Discectomy include:
- Relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves to relive the patient’s pain
- Provides relief from various spinal conditions, such as ankylosing spondylitis, disc hernia, sciatica, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, spinal tumors, etc.
Why Choose Pristyn Care for Discectomy?
Pristyn Care is one of the largest surgery provider networks in India. It is spread in over 40 major Indian cities, and here patients can avail advanced spinal and orthopedic surgeries at affordable prices. Some other benefits of getting a discectomy at Pristyn Care are:
- Team of some of the best spine surgeons in Delhi who specialize in different types of spine surgeries such as discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion, etc.
- Advanced orthopedic clinic set-ups along with tie-ups with some of the best spine hospitals
- Complimentary cab and meal services for the patient and their attendant during surgery and hospitalization
- A care coordinator to every patient to help manage appointments, insurance documentation, hospital admission documentation, discharge summary, etc.
- Easy payment plans, like No-cost EMI, etc., with complete insurance support
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Pristyn Care vs Others
| Benefits | Pristyn Care | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Recovery Follow-up Consultation | ||
| 24x7 Care Coordinator | ||
| No Cost EMI | ||
| Pickup & Drop Services | ||
| Hospital Duration | Short | Long |
| Minimum Paper Work |
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Our surgeons spend a lot of time with you to diagnose your condition. You are assisted in all pre-surgery medical diagnostics. We offer advanced laser and laparoscopic surgical treatment. Our procedures are USFDA approved.
Assisted Surgery Experience
A dedicated Care Coordinator assists you throughout the surgery journey from insurance paperwork, to free commute from home to hospital & back and admission-discharge process at the hospital.
Post Surgery Care
We offer Recovery follow-up consultations and instructions including dietary tips as well as exercises to every patient to ensure they have a smooth recovery to their daily routines.
Frequently Asked questions about Discectomy
How soon after a discectomy can someone return to work?
Patients can return to work within 2-6 weeks of the discectomy surgery, depending on the type of work, the complexity of the surgery, physiotherapy, etc.
What kind of anesthesia is used for discectomy surgery?
Discectomy surgery is generally performed under general anesthesia, but minimally invasive procedures (microdiscectomy) can be performed under spinal anesthesia.
What are the types of discectomy surgery?
Based on the amount of tissue removed, the two types of discectomy surgery are – aggressive discectomy, i.e., removal of all free disc fragments as well as additional material from inside the disc, and limited removal of disc material.
What is the difference between a traditional discectomy and microdiscectomy?
Traditional or open discectomy requires a large incision, but a microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that is performed using magnification (microscope or loupes). Generally, microdiscectomy is preferred as provides quicker and better recovery to the patient.
How soon can I bend after a discectomy?
Patients can start performing their regular activities, including movements involving bending, lifting and twisting around six weeks after lumbar discectomy.
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