Spinal Decompression Surgery is a type of surgery used to treat compressed nerves in the lower spine. It's only recommended when non-surgical treatments haven't helped and aim to improve symptoms such as persistent pain and numbness in the legs caused by pressure on the nerves in the spine.
The Spinal Decompression procedure involves an incision in the back muscles, followed by the removal of the lamina and thickened ligament so as to give more space for the nerves.
Spine Decompression Surgery cost in Dr Rela Institute And Medical Centre Chennai is between Rs.199800 to Rs.266400. Patient has to stay in the hospital for 4 days and outside the hospital for 10 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.The cost of Spine Decompression includes:
Preoperative diagnostic tests cost (X-ray or MRI may be done to evaluate the spine)
Surgery cost
Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)
Medicine cost (anti-inflammatory, painkillers, etc.)
Physiotherapy (approx 10-15 sessions are required in case of spine decompression surgery)
Patient's hospital stay
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
Type of hospital and room opted (General, Twin sharing, or Single room)
The severity of the disease
Post-surgical complication, if it happens (such as Nerve injury and paralysis)
Cost of Blood products (if required)
Age of the patient
An extended stay at the Hospital
Cost of accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident
A detailed medical history is done before spinal decompression surgery such as a full blood workup, urinary, radiograph, myelogram, MRI, or CAT scan to determine nerve compression, and EMG to test nerve function. And also female patients may take a pregnancy test if of childbearing age. The cost for these tests is a part of the package.
Medicines such as intravenous opioids like hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, oxymorphone, oxycodone, and tramadol that are given at the hospital are included in the package. When the patient is discharged and has to buy the medication from outside the hospital, it will not be included in the package.
Normally, after the spinal decompression surgery, you need to spend 1 - 4 days at the hospital. Post the surgery, it is crucial to take physical therapy after the surgery for 3 to 9 months depending on your outcome, and follow up with medicines.
The price varies across the cities. Tier 1 Cities are usualy more expencive thane tier 2 cities. The price for Spine Decompression Surgery in different cities in India is approximately in the range of:
For patients planning to travel abroad it is useful to know the price in destinations popular with medical travellers. The price for Spine Decompression Surgery in different countries is approximately:
The right doctor to consult for Spinal Decompression Surgery is a spine surgeon and a Neurologist.
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