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Microdiskectomy - series

Normal anatomy

A normal intervertbral disk is compared to a herniated disk.

Incision

A small incision is made over the spine.

Indications

After identifying and moving the nerve root, the surgeon identifies the injured disk tissue.

Procedure

The surgeon removes the injured disk tissue and fragments.

Aftercare

The back muscles are moved back into their normal position, and the wound is closed with stitches or staples.

Revision

Last reviewed 6/7/2012 by Dennis Ogiela, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, Danbury Hospital, Danbury, CT. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M. Health Solutions, Ebix, Inc.

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