Why do other surgeons want to perform only disc fusions and not endoscopic discectomy?
Until mid 80’s, fusion was considered the common solution for herniated discs. Ironically, most surgeons still believe in that theory. Medicine has made such advancement in the past 20 years and endoscopic discectomy is a great example of that progress. Endoscopic discectomy requires considerable training and experience, which most surgeons are yet to explore.
Related Questions
- What about newer surgical techniques such as laser discectomy, endoscopic discectomy, disc replacement, etc.?
- How does endoscopic spinal surgery compare with fusions, conventional laminectomies, and artificial disc?
- Why do other surgeons want to perform only disc fusions and not endoscopic discectomy?
