What is Lumbar Discectomy?
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A lumbar discectomy is a surgical procedure done to remove a piece of bulging disc from the lower back.
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How do members experience Lumbar Discectomy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulging disk lower L4 and L5 | 18 | 1 | |
| Degenerative disc disease | 13 | 1 | |
| Herniated disc | 13 | 3 | |
| Back pain | 3 | 2 | |
| Bulging disc | 2 | 4 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Back pain | 3 | |
| Pain in lower back | 2 | |
| Bladder problems | 1 | |
| Internal scar tissue | 1 | |
| Pain | 1 | |
| Pain in leg(s) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 5 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 2 |
Member evaluations
eagleman68
evaluated on Mar 18, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for back pain: Slight
- Side effects: Moderate
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