You have a left sided L5-SI disc..with left root canal stenosis.
You might be having left sided radicular symptoms.
1. Open/micro/endoscopic spine surgeries are done for all levels. These are just. Different techniques.
2. Endoscopic has least duration of stay and early recovery as it involves least dissection.
(1-2 days) . it is even done as a opd procedure in some centres.
3. Open and micro also duration of stay around 2-3 days depending on level and technique.
4. Technique depends on surgeon and patients choice. Nothing specific for type of PIVD(extrusion, sequestration etc).
Health Tips
You need surgery if there is neurological issues.
Answered2018-01-12 02:53:06
1/1 people found this helpful