Question 1

I've had a long duro stent for 9 months after surgery, but now doctors say I have stenosis and need open surgery. Is this the only option or are there less invasive alternatives? I'm worried about another major procedure.

Accepted Answer

If you have urethral stenosis after 9 months with a stent, open urethroplasty is often the definitive option. Less invasive techniques may be available depending on the site and severity, but they‚Äôre not always successful long-term.

Question 2

I've been having spine and vein pain for the last 6 months and the vein seems crushed. The pain in my spinal area is persistent and doctors recommended surgery. Is surgery the only option or are there other treatments I could try first? The pain is really affecting my daily life and I'm worried about going under the knife

Accepted Answer

yes sx is advised.ortho opinion is advised.

Question 3

What exactly happens during keyhole surgery for a slipped disc do they remove the whole disc or just part of it I'm a bit confused about how much they take out

Accepted Answer

In keyhole surgery for a slipped disc (also known as microdiscectomy or minimally invasive discectomy), the goal is to remove the damaged or herniated portion of the disc that is pressing on the nerve, not necessarily the entire disc. The surgery uses small incisions and specialized instruments to access the disc and remove the offending tissue.

Slipped disc improving with meds and rest can often be managed without surgery‚Äîcontinue physio and follow-up imaging.

More Neurosurgery Health Queries

I've had a long duro stent for 9 months after surgery, but now doctors say I have stenosis and need open surgery. Is this the only option or are there less invasive alternatives? I'm worried about another major procedure.

What exactly happens during keyhole surgery for a slipped disc do they remove the whole disc or just part of it I'm a bit confused about how much they take out

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