Occult Spinal Dysraphism Treatment in India
About Occult Spinal Dysraphism
Key Highlights
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Prevents progressive neurological damage by releasing the tethered spinal cord.Can halt or improve symptoms like leg weakness, pain, and bladder/bowel dysfunction.Essential for promoting normal neurological development in pediatric patients.Performed using advanced microsurgical techniques for precision and safety.Aims to provide a long-term solution to prevent future complications.
Who is this surgery for?
- Confirmed diagnosis of a tethered cord via MRI, often associated with a fatty filum terminale, lipoma, or dermal sinus.
- Progressive neurological symptoms such as worsening leg weakness, foot deformities, or gait disturbances.
- Urological dysfunction including urinary incontinence, recurrent infections, or abnormal urodynamic studies.
- Orthopedic issues like scoliosis or foot abnormalities linked to the neurological condition.
- Preventive surgery in asymptomatic children with clear radiographic evidence of a tight filum or lipoma to avoid future deterioration.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive preoperative evaluation including detailed neurological and urological assessments.
- Advanced imaging, typically a spinal MRI, to precisely map the anatomy of the dysraphism.
- Discussion of the procedure's goals, risks, and expected outcomes with the neurosurgical team.
- Pre-anesthetic check-up to ensure fitness for surgery, which may involve pediatric specialists for children.
- Fasting as instructed (typically 6-8 hours for solids) prior to the scheduled surgery time.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks such as infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, which may require additional treatment.
- Injury to neural structures, potentially leading to temporary or permanent worsening of numbness, weakness, or bladder/bowel function.
- Spinal column instability, though rare with careful surgical technique.
- Recurrence of tethering, which might necessitate a future revision surgery.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring neurological function, pain management, and wound care.
- Activity restrictions are critical; patients must avoid bending, twisting, or lifting heavy objects for several weeks.
- Wound care instructions to keep the surgical site clean and dry to prevent infection.
- Follow-up appointments with the neurosurgeon to assess healing and neurological status.
- Gradual return to normal activities and physical therapy as recommended to aid in strength and mobility recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
4-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full activity
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering occult spinal dysraphism in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for occult spinal dysraphism in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Cytecare Hospital, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform occult spinal dysraphism. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for occult spinal dysraphism compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Occult Spinal Dysraphism in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing occult spinal dysraphism.
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Neurosurgeons for Occult Spinal Dysraphism
Explore experienced neurosurgeons who regularly perform occult spinal dysraphism and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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