Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) is an alternative to traditional open surgical procedures performed to treat different spinal disorders, such as degenerative disc disease, herniated disc, scoliosis, and spinal stenosis.
MISS procedure involves the use of arthroscopic (for joints and the spine) or laparoscopic devices and remote-control manipulation of instruments with indirect observation of the surgical field through an endoscope or large scale display panel.
The right doctor to consult for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon.
The success rate is usually high and varies between 82-90%.
Possible risks after MISS may include adverse reaction to the anesthetic, unexpected blood loss during the procedure, localized infections, etc.
