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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Advanced surgical techniques using smaller incisions for faster recovery
Overview
Minimally invasive spine surgery uses specialized techniques and instruments to treat spine problems through smaller incisions. This approach causes less muscle damage, reduces blood loss, and typically results in faster recovery compared to traditional open surgery.
Treatment Options
- MIS microdiscectomy
- MIS laminectomy
- MIS transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF)
- Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation
- MIS lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF)
Recovery & Prognosis
Hospital stay is typically 1-3 days. Most patients can return to normal activities within 2-4 weeks, with full recovery in 6-12 weeks.