{"id":13392,"date":"2024-02-07T10:06:54","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T10:06:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ro.cvot.md\/indepartarea-percutana-a-herniei-de-disc-cu-ajutorul-discetomului\/"},"modified":"2025-10-06T08:04:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T08:04:15","slug":"percutaneous-removal-of-a-disc-herniation-using-a-discectome","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ro.cvot.md\/en\/percutaneous-removal-of-a-disc-herniation-using-a-discectome\/","title":{"rendered":"Percutaneous removal of a disc herniation using a discectome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Percutaneous Discectomy for Herniated Discs Using a Discectome<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In modern surgery\u2014including spinal surgery\u2014there is a growing trend toward performing minimally invasive procedures<\/strong> whenever possible. Vertebrologists from the Galaxia Center in Moldova<\/strong> aim to prioritize advanced technologies that significantly outperform traditional methods in terms of effectiveness<\/strong>, while also being considerably safer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For intervertebral disc herniations, percutaneous (i.e., through the skin) discectomy<\/strong> is now being successfully practiced. This technique differs from open, conventional discectomy<\/strong> in that it does not require a large surgical incision<\/strong>: all manipulations are carried out through a miniature access point<\/strong>, under the guidance of advanced imaging equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through a small incision, a fragment of the intervertebral disc is removed to decompress the nerve root or spinal cord<\/strong>, thereby relieving pain and neurological symptoms. The entire process of percutaneous discectomy is performed under angiographic control<\/strong>. The procedure typically lasts 30\u201345 minutes<\/strong>, and upon completion, the skin puncture site is covered with a sterile medical dressing. Within the next two hours, the patient remains under observation in the recovery room and can then leave the clinic with post-operative recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the following two to three weeks<\/strong>, patients are advised to follow a protective regimen: wearing a custom-fitted plastic orthopedic brace<\/strong> that reduces spinal load and allows for normal daily activities (excluding physical strain).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For several weeks, patients should avoid physical exertion<\/strong>, excessive spinal movements<\/strong> (bending and extending), and heavy lifting<\/strong>. To manage any post-operative pain, if needed, the doctor may prescribe analgesics<\/strong>. About six weeks<\/strong> after surgery\u2014when patients can generally resume normal activities and even sports\u2014doctors recommend beginning a back muscle strengthening exercise program<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to the fact that this method preserves most of the intervertebral disc tissue<\/strong> and minimizes post-operative complications<\/strong>, it is especially recommended for elderly patients<\/strong> and individuals with comorbid conditions<\/strong>, such as diabetes mellitus<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages of Percutaneous Discectomy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n