What is Microdiscectomy?
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A microdiscectomy is typically performed for a herniated lumbar disc and is actually more effective for treating leg pain (also known as radiculopathy) than lower back pain.
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How do members experience Microdiscectomy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herniated disc | 10 | 2 | |
| Pain in lower back | 4 | 1 | |
| Bulging disk lower L4 and L5 | 2 | 0 | |
| Numbness and tingling with pins and needles | 2 | 0 | |
| Back pain | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Back pain | 2 | |
| Blood clots in legs | 1 | |
| Difficulty getting comfortable in bed | 1 | |
| Pain in leg(s) | 1 | |
| Pain in lower back | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 1 |
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