​Spine surgery encompasses a range of procedures aimed at addressing spinal conditions that cause pain, instability, or neurological issues. With advancements in medical technology, minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) has become a preferred approach due to its numerous benefits over traditional open surgery.
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) is a modern surgical technique that uses small incisions, specialized instruments, and advanced imaging to treat various spinal conditions. Unlike traditional open surgery, MISS minimizes trauma to the surrounding muscles and soft tissues. This approach offers several advantages, including smaller scars, reduced blood loss, a lower risk of infection, shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery, and significantly less postoperative pain. In some cases, these procedures can be performed on an outpatient basis and may even utilize local anesthesia, further lowering the risks associated with general anesthesia.
Minimally invasive spine surgery is effective in treating various spinal conditions, including :
Degenerative disc disease
Herniated discs
Lumbar spinal stenosis
Spinal deformities like scoliosis
Spinal infections
Spinal instability
Vertebral compression fractures
Spinal tumors​
Some prevalent minimally invasive spine surgeries include:
Discectomy : Removal of herniated disc material to relieve nerve pressure.
Spinal Decompression : Alleviating nerve compression caused by spinal stenosis.
Spinal Fusion : Stabilizing the spine by fusing two or more vertebrae.
Adverse reactions to anesthesia
Unexpected blood loss
Infections at the incision site
Possibility of converting to open surgery if complications arise
