Endoscopic (Full-Closed) Surgery for Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation
This is a modern, minimal invasive technique applied as an alternative to classical open spinal surgeries. In this method, the problem area is reached through a skin incision smaller than 1 cm using an endoscopic system with a high-resolution camera. The herniated disc tissue or bone spurs pressing on the nerve root are carefully removed with minimal intervention to the surrounding tissues. Muscle and bone structures are largely preserved.
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Prof. Dr. Salim Şentürk
Neurosurgery Specialist
- 1Radiating Severe Pain
- 2Numbness and Tingling
- 3Muscle Weakness
What are the Symptoms of Lumbar Hernia?
The most common symptom of lumbar hernia is pain radiating from the waist to the leg.
- Numbness and tingling
- Muscle weakness
- Limitation of movement
- Rarely, in advanced cases, problems with bladder or bowel control may occur. These conditions require emergency evaluation.
What are the Symptoms of Cervical (Neck) Hernia?
The most common symptom is neck pain; however, not every neck pain indicates a hernia.
- Pain in the nape, shoulder, arm, and hand
- Numbness and loss of strength
- Pain that increases with movement
- In advanced cases, balance issues and walking difficulties may occur.
Which Conditions Can Be Treated with Endoscopic Surgery?
- Lumbar, Thoracic, and Cervical Hernias
- Spinal structural disorders (spondylolisthesis)
- Spinal canal stenosis
- Disc protrusions pressing on nerve roots
In specific cases, it can also be applied to spinal tumors, spinal cord tumors, and spinal infections.
It is a preferred method for recurrent hernias in suitable cases.
Suitability for each patient is determined through detailed examination and imaging results by a specialist.