Minimally Invasive Back Surgeon NJ

Just about every field of surgery has been transformed by minimally invasive procedures. With highly detailed and accurate small cameras, there is often no need to open up whole joints or body cavities; instead, a camera and tools can be inserted through small incisions. Fields ranging from orthopedic surgery to gastric surgery have enjoyed these technological advances. Spine surgery has also been transformed by minimally invasive procedures, especially laser spine surgery.

Risks of Traditional Surgery

Traditional spine surgery has numerous downsides and risks, including:

• Relatively high risk of infection
  
• Risk of bleeding or clotting
  
• Risk of spinal fluid leak
  
• Risk of major interventions like vertebral fusion 
• Risk that the problem will not be alleviated
  
• Long recovery period
  
• Necessity of staying in the hospital 
• Need to stay on medication for a relatively long period of time
  

In cases where traditional spine surgery is necessary, such as in the treatment of spinal tumors, these risks and downsides are outweighed by the benefits of treatment. In addition, the overall risk of any one of the above side effects is low, even if it is higher than that of laser spine surgery.

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery

When you consider minimally invasive surgery, it's important to understand that no procedure is without risks. Though rare, patients who go to a minimally invasive back surgeon may still develop complications such as infection, fluid leaks, and bleeding. However, the risk of many side effects is lower, and the benefits outweigh the risks. In addition, the recovery period is shorter and more comfortable, and there is no need to stay in the hospital.

The Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center

If you're looking for a minimally invasive back surgeon near New Jersey, consider Dr. Sukdeb Datta of the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center. Dr. Datta has had a distinguished career in back surgery and pain management, combining clinical expertise with an interest in research.

To schedule a consultation today, please click below or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at (646) 374-1799.