Dramatic recovery after multiple spinal injuries using minimally invasive methods

From a patient who lost the ability to work, had difficulty moving to the point of having to crawl, had urinary disorders and decreased physiological function, the patient recovered spectacularly after 2 days of surgery thanks to the minimally invasive method (MISS) at American International Hospital (AIH).

Silently endure until… losing the ability to work

Mr. NHT (57 years old, Dong Thap ), is a mechanic who is involved in heavy labor. For the past 10 years, he has lived with spinal pain and had surgery to treat a herniated disc. However, recently, the disease has not only relapsed but also become more severe. He has to endure pain and numbness from his back down to his legs day and night, difficulty controlling urination, even decreased physiology, difficulty moving, sometimes having to crawl, almost losing the ability to work.

Despite his poor health, Mr. NHT still hesitated to see a specialist, but instead sought out folk remedies such as herbal medicine, acupuncture, and injections. When his quality of life declined, he went to the American International Hospital (AIH) and was examined by Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung. After a thorough clinical examination and based on MRI, X-ray, and electromyography results, Dr. Hung diagnosed him with severe disc herniation, spinal stenosis, and multiple vertebrae slipping, scoliosis, and rotation.

Mr. NHT visited American International Hospital (AIH)

"Unlike simple disc herniation cases, this is a complicated case with many spinal injuries, lasting for many years, comprehensively affecting the patient's motor function, urination, physiology and quality of life. If not properly intervened, the risk of permanent paralysis of the lower limbs is very high" - Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung commented.

With this complex injury, Dr. Hung decided to perform surgery using minimally invasive techniques (MISS), one of the latest advances in the treatment of spinal diseases with small incisions, less pain and quick recovery.

Doctor Nguyen Manh Hung skillfully performs minimally invasive spinal surgery (MISS) to treat multiple complex spinal injuries.

With in-depth expertise in the field of neurosurgery and spine, and extensive experience in treating three-dimensional spinal deformities, Dr. Hung has skillfully performed minimally invasive spinal surgery (MISS), decompressing compressed nerve roots, cutting damaged discs, widening the spinal canal, and fixing slipped vertebrae and correcting scoliosis through a transcutaneous screw-brace system.

It is the precision in indications and surgical techniques that helps patients recover quickly, avoiding the risk of recurrence and complications.

Immediately after the surgery, when the anesthesia was released, the patient reported that the pain and numbness had significantly decreased and he was able to move easily. On the first day after surgery, the patient was able to sit up on his own with the guidance of the doctor and physical therapist. On the second day, the patient was able to walk easily on his own.

The Neurosurgery and Spine Unit at AIH is a pioneer in applying the most advanced techniques today to treat neurological and spinal diseases.

" Previously, this case often required open surgery, a long incision on the back, dissecting a lot of muscle tissue, causing pain and slow recovery time , leaving large scars. Now, with minimally invasive spinal surgery, we only need to make a 2cm skin incision, accurately access the damaged location through the dilator system, minimizing damage, less pain, and bringing effective treatment to the patient," Dr. Hung shared.

The C-Arm system helps to precisely locate the lesion during surgery.

"Quality of life is very important"

During a follow-up visit two weeks after surgery, Mr. NHT shared: " I was advised to have surgery elsewhere that the success rate was only about 50%, and the chance of returning to work was very low, so I hesitated. I am a person who is very afraid of pain, but after surgery at AIH, my recovery was beyond expectations."

Doctor Hung said that due to fear of pain or failed surgery, many patients silently endure and choose unorthodox treatment methods.

With the advancement of minimally invasive techniques today, many complex spinal diseases can be treated effectively, with little pain, quick recovery and restored quality of life.

Dr. Hung emphasized that our treatment goal is not just to reduce pain or improve mobility, but to help patients live happily, live healthily and regain their inherent quality of life, which is the complete success of the treatment process.

Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung shared: "Many patients are afraid of pain or failed surgery so they silently endure the disease for many years and choose unorthodox treatment methods."

Aiming at comprehensive treatment solutions for patients with spinal diseases, the Neurosurgery and Spine Unit, American International Hospital (AIH) is currently one of the specialized treatment centers, pioneering in applying advanced minimally invasive surgical methods such as microsurgery, endoscopy... to treat spinal diseases, helping to bring precision to surgeries, minimize risks and optimize treatment results for patients.

As Head of the Neurosurgery and Spine Unit at American International Hospital (AIH), Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung is a leading expert with over 20 years of experience in the field of neurosurgery and spine. He has extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating complex diseases related to the central nervous system, peripheral nerves and spine. With solid techniques and comprehensive diagnostic thinking, Dr. Hung has successfully performed many surgeries requiring high precision, contributing to improving treatment effectiveness and significantly improving the quality of life for thousands of patients.

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