Minimally Invasive Surgery
Spinal Surgery
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Dr. David Clements explains the advantages of minimally invasive spine surgery at Cooper. |
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Minimally invasive surgery can be used in some spine procedures. For example, an operating microscope can be used to remove a disc fragment with a one-inch incision. This is done under general anesthesia. Some patients can go home the same day. Others need to stay overnight stay in the hospital.
Minimally invasive spine surgery isn’t right for all patients. Before any surgery, the Cooper surgeon will discuss the procedure, including whether to use a minimally invasive or traditional procedure, with the patient in detail.
Cooper neurosurgeons are part of the Cooper Neurologic Institute.
Cooper orthopaedic surgeons are part of the Cooper Bone & Joint Institute.
For more information on Minimally Invasive Surgery options available at Cooper University Hospital or to schedule an appointment with a Cooper physician, please call our referral and information line at 1-800-8-COOPER (800-826-6737).
Spinal Procedures
Microscopic Lumbar Disectomy
About 10% to 20% of the time, sciatica can’t be successfully treated medically. When surgery is necessary, Cooper surgeons use microscopic lumbar disectomy, in which they make a 1” incision to remove the disk fragment causing pain.
Minimally Invasive Scoliosis and Kyphosis Surgery
When surgery is necessary to correct scoliosis, Cooper surgeons use video-assisted thorascopy. The procedure is done through a few small incisions (one or two inches) rather than the 6-8” incision necessary with traditional surgery.
Doctors who Perform these Procedures