Discotomy

Discotomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting the intervertebral disc. It is carried out in the treatment of various diseases of the spine, such as disc herniation, osteochondrosis and others.

An intervertebral disc is a shock-absorbing pad between the vertebrae that provides flexibility and mobility to the spine. In some diseases, intervertebral discs can lose their elasticity and firmness, leading to pain and other symptoms. In such cases, discotomy may be the only effective treatment.

The discotomy procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes about 30 minutes. The surgeon makes a small incision in the spine and removes part of the damaged intervertebral disc. He then stitches the wound and fixes the vertebrae in the correct position.

After the procedure, the patient may experience some pain and discomfort, but this goes away after a few days. After the wound heals, the patient can return to normal life.

Discotomy is one of the most effective methods of treating spinal diseases. It allows you to remove damaged tissue and restore normal spinal function. However, like any other operation, it may have some risks and complications, so before performing a discotomy, you must consult a doctor and undergo the necessary examination.

Discotomy is a surgical intervention in the spine that involves separation or incisions of any of its elements in order to treat certain diseases, such as back pain, spondylosis or infection. Discotomies are part of the broader field of spine surgery (spondylosurgery).