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Is microendoscopic discectomy safe?

Dr Arvind Kulkarni
Consultant Spinal Surgeon,
Bombay Hospital,
Mumbai

Q: I would like to know whether microendoscopic discectomy is safe or it has side effects? Is it very expensive?

A:The surgery is very safe and done using a keyhole. The advantages are minimal post-operative pain, better cosmetic and early recovery. It would cost Rs 80,000 in a economy room and 1,50,000 in a special room which includes 5 days stay in the hospital.