EXPANDING TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR HERNIATED DISCS: APPLICATION OF INTERLAMINAR MICROSCOPIC TUBULAR LUMBAR DISCECTOMY (IMTLD) AT TAM TRI NHA TRANG GENERAL HOSPITAL

EXPANDING TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR HERNIATED DISCS: APPLICATION OF INTERLAMINAR MICROSCOPIC TUBULAR LUMBAR DISCECTOMY (IMTLD) AT TAM TRI NHA TRANG GENERAL HOSPITAL

A Russian tourist recently visited Tam Tri Nha Trang General Hospital due to lower back pain radiating down to the legs, which severely restricted mobility and daily activities. Following clinical evaluation and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), doctors diagnosed the patient with an L5–S1 lumbar disc herniation, causing nerve root compression and lower limb radiation pain.

For this condition, depending on the severity of lesion and nerve compression, various treatment methods can be applied. Alongside traditional open surgery and endoscopic discectomy, Tam Tri Nha Trang General Hospital has recently implemented Interlaminar Microscopic Tubular Lumbar Discectomy (IMTLD), adding an effective minimally invasive option for surgical candidates with herniated discs.

* Small incision (~2 cm): The tubular retractor system allows surgeons to access the herniation while minimizing muscle dissection and tissue damage.
* Minimally invasive & faster recovery: Reduced tissue trauma during surgery lowers infection risks and facilitates a smoother recovery process.
* Cost-optimized treatment: Compared to endoscopic surgery requiring specialized, high-cost equipment, tubular microscopic discectomy offers a more economical choice in suitable cases, easing the financial burden on patients.

Each surgical approach for disc herniation has its own distinct advantages and specific clinical indications. The implementation of IMTLD allows Tam Tri Nha Trang General Hospital to broaden its treatment options, aiming for optimal surgical outcomes, minimal invasiveness, and cost efficiency for patients.

When experiencing persistent back pain, radiation pain down the legs, numbness, or muscle weakness, patients should seek specialist consultation for proper evaluation and personalized treatment guidance.

Each surgical approach for disc herniation has its own distinct advantages and specific clinical indications. The implementation of IMTLD allows Tam Tri Nha Trang General Hospital to broaden its treatment options, aiming for optimal surgical outcomes, minimal invasiveness, and cost efficiency for patients.

When experiencing persistent back pain, radiation pain down the legs, numbness, or muscle weakness, patients should seek specialist consultation for proper evaluation and personalized treatment guidance.

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For consultation and further information, please contact:

TAM TRI NHA TRANG GENERAL HOSPITAL
 57–59 Cao Thang Street, Nam Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, Vietnam
 Website: bvtamtrinhatrang.com.vn
 Phone: 0906 557 535
 24/7 Emergency Hotline: 0935 088 802