Endoscopic Disc Surgery Treatment in Turkey
About Endoscopic Disc Surgery
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive with small incisions, reducing scarringLess muscle and tissue damage compared to open surgeryReduced post-operative pain and discomfortLower risk of infection and bleedingShorter hospital stay, often outpatient or 1-day admissionFaster recovery and return to daily activitiesliHigh precision using real-time endoscopic visualization/liliPreserves spinal stability better than some open techniques/li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Herniated or bulging lumbar or cervical disc causing nerve compression
- Sciatica or radiculopathy with leg or arm pain, numbness, or weakness
- Failed conservative treatments like physical therapy or medications
- Discogenic back pain with confirmed disc pathology on MRI
- Recurrent disc herniation after previous surgery
- Foraminal stenosis due to disc material
- Contained disc protrusions without severe spinal instability
- Patients seeking a less invasive surgical option
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation including spine MRI or CT scan
- Review of medications; may need to stop blood thinners temporarily
- Pre-operative blood tests and possibly an ECG
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if under general anesthesia
- Discussion of anesthesia options (local, sedation, or general)
- Arrange for transportation home post-procedure
- Inform surgeon of any allergies or existing health conditions
- Pre-operative patient education on the procedure and recovery
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the incision site or deeper spinal infection
- Bleeding or hematoma formation
- Nerve injury leading to persistent numbness, weakness, or pain
- Dural tear with cerebrospinal fluid leak
- Recurrent disc herniation at the same level
- Incomplete relief of symptoms
- Rare risks: damage to blood vessels, bowel, or bladder
- Anesthesia-related complications
- Scar tissue formation (epidural fibrosis)
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most patients can walk within a few hours after surgery
- Incision care: keep the area clean and dry as instructed
- Pain management with prescribed medications
- Avoid heavy lifting, bending, or twisting for 4-6 weeks
- Gradual return to light activities and walking as tolerated
- Physical therapy often starts within 2-4 weeks to strengthen core and back muscles
- Follow-up visit with the surgeon within 1-2 weeks post-op
- Most non-strenuous work can be resumed in 2-4 weeks
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering endoscopic disc surgery in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for endoscopic disc surgery in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 endoscopic disc surgery. MediFyr helps you compare spine surgeons 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 endoscopic disc surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Endoscopic Disc Surgery in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing endoscopic disc surgery.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Follow-up visit for my cervical disc...
Follow-up visit for my cervical disc replacement. Dr. Dwivedi remembered my daughter's board exam results and asked about them first. His staff coordinated with insurance for my scans - clinical excellence matched by human touch.