Laminectomy, also called decompression laminectomy, is a surgical procedure to reduce the pressure on the spinal cord or spinal nerve roots caused by spinal stenosis.
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal. The condition puts pressure on your nerves or spinal cord, which leads to pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs, back, neck and arms.
In a decompression laminectomy, surgery is done on the spine to remove the rear portion of one or more spinal bones known as lamina, and a thickened layer of the ligament known as the ligamentum flavum.
By removing these parts, the spinal canal is enlarged and pressure on the spine is relieved. This, in turn, helps to relieve back pain.
Spinal laminectomy reduces the symptoms caused by pressure in your spine and helps you return to normal activities.
Laminectomy can also be used to treat spinal injuries, herniated discs (slipped discs) and spinal tumours.
Decompression laminectomy is considered to be a low-risk procedure that is generally successful in relieving the symptoms of spinal stenosis. However, like any other surgery, it carries a small risk.
The surgical risks include:
The majority of patients see an improvement in symptoms after 6 weeks. However, for some patients, the pain may persist or return.
Mount Elizabeth Hospitals have a reputable 40-year track record in orthopaedic health in Singapore.
Our multidisciplinary team of orthopaedic surgeons, consultants and therapists work together to deliver accurate diagnosis and effective treatments for patients with back and spinal problems.
Patients undergoing laminectomy will recover in the comfort and privacy of our elegantly-furnished private hospital rooms with full amenities.
Private healthcare can be affordable. Use our Hospital Bill Estimator to determine the estimated cost of this procedure. If you have hospital insurance, find out how you can use your insurance.
Our team of bone surgeons and neurosurgeons possess expertise and skill in a wide range of orthopaedic conditions.
Minimal invasive surgery is a treatment option for individuals whose pain persists despite conservative management.
Back injury, age and diseases can lead to severe back and leg pain. You may find relief in decompression laminectomy.
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