- Dr. Bartolome Oliver performs over 200 microsurgical operations annually using advanced techniques like CyberKnife.
- Centro Médico Teknon is the top choice for celebrities, sportsmen, and politicians for medical treatments.
- Included Services: Consultation with a neurosurgeon, individual patient room.
- Stay Info: 5 days stay in the hospital, 10 days stay in a hotel (not included in the price).
- Technique: Microsurgical operations through small incisions under a microscope.
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Discectomy Overview
- Herniated disc surgery - from $5000
The procedure treats spinal disc herniation, involving the removal or repair of a problematic disc, relieving pain.
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This operation involves diagnosing and extracting a protruded spinal disc, yielding pain relief and improved mobility.
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- Deposit:
- Bookimed deposit: $200 or €200.
- Clinic deposit: Pay a set percentage in advance.
Day 1 - Arrival
- Arrival at the country"s airport.
- Regular transfer to the hospital.
Day 2 - Pre-operation
- Consultation with an orthopedist.
- Perform necessary medical tests.
- Wear varicose vein stocking for surgery preparation.
Day 3 - Discectomy
- Arrive at the hospital early morning.
- Preoperative anesthesia is administered.
- Undergo Discectomy, which lasts about 1-2 hours.
- Recovery in a postoperative ward.
Day 4 to 7 - Post-operation
- Stay in the hospital for monitoring.
- Start light physiotherapy exercises.
- Gradual increase in physical activity.
Week 1 to 2 - Rehabilitation
- Discharge from the hospital.
- Transfer to a hotel for resting.
- Continue with physiotherapy exercises.
Week 3 to 4 - Recovery
- Gradual return to light work and daily activities.
- Regular follow-up with the orthopedist.
Week 5 onwards
- Return to regular work and sports activities.
- See the final result of the surgery.
Note: The above schedule is a general guide. Each patient"s recovery process may vary based on individual health conditions.
How Much Does Discectomy Cost?
Turkey | Austria | Spain | |
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Discectomy | from $5000 | from $300 | from $27202 |
Herniated disc surgery | from $5550 | - | from $23937 |
Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic | from $2250 | - | from $25071 |
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor. |
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What is important to know about discectomy?
- A discectomy is the partial or complete removal of an intervertebral disc. The procedure allows you to get rid of a hernia of the spine.
- The operation is safe due to the use of special surgical robots. These units calculate the optimal access to the damaged disc based on examination data and monitor the location of surgical instruments in real time. Such an operation minimizes the possibility of medical errors and subsequent complications.
- The patient can return to normal life after discectomy in a week , if doctors perform the operation using modern sparing techniques: endoscopy and microsurgery. These methods allow you to remove the disc through 3-4 thin punctures up to 2 cm in size. In order not to damage the nerve endings and blood vessels, doctors use special optical devices that create an accurate magnified image of the structures of the spine. This discectomy is performed with minimal risk of side effects. The next day after the operation, the patient moves freely.
- The success of discectomy depends on the experience of doctors. In the CIS countries, doctors began to perform endoscopic and microsurgical operations only a few years ago. They have been held in Europe and Israel for more than 10 years.
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Carolina Hospital is a private medical center located in Warsaw, Poland. The strongest specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, and ENT.
The clinic has extensive experience in sports medicine as a long-term medical partner of the Polish Olympic Committee and the Polish National Ballet. The facility was also selected by the European Football Union (UEFA) to provide medical care to UEFA EURO 2012 participants. Since August 2004, the clinic has been certified by the Quality Management Certificate (ISO9001:2015) in Complex Medical Care. Carolina Hospital has been certified by the International Football Federation as a FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence.
Carolina Hospital serves both adults and children. Its doctors have developed a unique method of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in children. Patients most often visit the clinic from the CIS, Europe, and the Commonwealth.
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MRI of one area | $240 - $245 |
Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The team specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, organ transplant, and plastic surgery. Valued Med Hub Hospitals serves both adults and children. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, CIS countries, and Arab League States visit the clinic most often.
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MRI of one area | $400 |
Wooridul Hospital is a specialized network of hospitals with experience in treating more than 30 years, which is a world leader in the treatment of diseases of the spine today. Wooridul Hospital meets the highest international standards. It is an international hospital is the best of the World by the Medical Tourism Association.
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Consultation with a neurosurgeon | $34.2 |
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a multi-specialty medical center in Turkey, Istanbul.
The medical center specializes in pediatric and adult cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, oncology, weight loss surgery, including gastric band surgery, and check-ups. Hisar Intercontinental Hospital serves only adults. 250,000 patients choose Hisar Intercontinental Hospital to get medical care every year. Hisar Hospital is certified by JCI (Joint Commission International) that confirms compliance with international standards of treatment quality and safety.
Patients from CIS, Balkans and African countries choose Hisar Hospital for medical care.
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CT (computer tomography) | $290 - $350 |
Consultation with a neurosurgeon | $160 |
Discectomy | $2800 - $4700 |
Memorial Antalya Hospital is a private multidisciplinary hospital in Turkey. It specializes in medical and radiation oncology, general, plastic, and reconstruction surgery. Memorial Antalya Hospital meets international standards of quality and safety according to the JCI (Joint Commission International), an authoritative organization evaluating world-class medical centers.
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MRI of one area | $600 |
Discectomy | $10500 |
Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (former Adatip International Hospital) is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. Top specialties here are neurosurgery, orthopedics, spinal surgery, and weight loss surgery. Lokman Hekim serves both adults and children. Patients from the CIS, Africa, and Arab League States visit the clinic most often.
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MRI of the spine cord | $575 - $650 |
Consultation with a neurologist | $1000 |
Medipol University Hospital is one of the largest multi-specialty medical institution in Turkey. Daily, over 1,200 patients trust their health to Medipol's experts. The hospital is equipped with advanced technologies, i.e, Da Vinci Surgical System, Cyber and Gamma Knives. Doctors specialize in cancer, neurological, and cardiovascular treatment. Organ transplantation, transplant and are among key specialties of the hospital.
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Complete blood count | $500 |
Trepanobiopsy | $1500 |
Centro Médico Teknon is a world-renowned medical facility in Barcelona, Spain, providing exceptional diagnostics and treatments. The clinic is No.1 choice for celebrities, sportsmen, and politicians. The Discectomy procedure is offered by Dr. Bartolome Oliver, a top rated neurologist, who is the head of the Neurosurgical Department at the Teknon Clinic. The Herniated Disc Surgery ("Premium" Package) is available at the clinic with a comprehensive care, advanced medical equipment and technologies, and highly qualified doctors and medical coordinators. With Centro Médico Teknon, you can be sure of getting the best Discectomy in Spain.
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Ultrasound | $376 - $379 |
CT (computer tomography) | $654.03 - $872.04 |
Solingen Municipal Hospital/Academic Hospital of the University of Cologne is among top clinics in Germany according to Focus magazine - one of the most widely circulated German editions. Städtisches Klinikum Solingen is a certified medical institution treating over 60,000 patients per year.
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Slit lamp examination | $109.01 |
Spine X-ray | $109.01 |
Discectomy | $10900.55 |
Kardiolita Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Vilnius, Lithuania. The strongest specialties are orthopedics, heart surgery, plastic surgery and weight loss surgery. Kardiolita Hospital serves only adults. 298,000 patients choose Kardiolita Hospital to get medical care every year. Patients from CIS, Europe & Commonwealth and USA, Canada, Australia visit the clinic most often.
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Consultation with a neurologist | $99.19 - $130.81 |
Brain MRI with contrast | $359.72 |
Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul. It is the 1st hospital in Turkeу and the 21st in the world accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) for the high quality of treatment.
Memorial Şişli specialties are the following: oncology, transplant, , neurosurgery, weight loss surgery, including gastric lap banding, and organ transplant. The success rate of organ transplant at Memorial is 90%.
Patients from 92 countries choose Memorial Şişli for treatment annually.
accreditations:
Biochemical blood analysis | $180 |
Extended analysis of blood | $810 |
Discectomy | $6500 |
Dr. Aghaev is an outstanding neurosurgery specialist providing high-quality medical care for adults and children suffering from spine and brain disorders. His private medical practice is available in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey.
What makes Dr. Kamran Aghaev unique is his impressive experience and signature techniques. He has developed a minimally invasive method for the surgical treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome, known as the PURE technique, and an innovative microvascular decompression technique. These techniques not only maximize efficacy but also minimize risks to patients.
Dr. Aghaev's experience is not limited to theoretical knowledge - he has more than 5,350 successful surgeries. This is an undeniable proof of his outstanding skill and skill.
The effectiveness of Dr. Aghaev's treatment is impressive - it is 99.9% in cases of such complex diseases as hemifacial spasm, epilepsy, arteriovenous malformations (AVM), hydrocephalus, as well as interventions for brain tumors and intervertebral hernias.
Dr. Aghaev welcomes pediatric and adult patients and cherishes patients' trust from CIS, Arabic-speaking countries, the USA, Canada, and Australia. His years of experience and unrivaled professional skills make him the first choice for those seeking quality medical care in neurosurgery.
Liv Hospital Ulus is a multi-specialized medical center located in Istanbul.
Orthopedics, cancer treatment, weight loss surgery, neurosurgery, heart surgery and regenerative medicine are the leading specialties in the hospital.
Liv is a smart hospital with innovative medical technologies available: da Vinci robot-assisted system for the surgeries, MAKOplasty for knee replacement, YAG Laser for vascular surgery, virtual angiography for cardiac diagnostics, etc.
Liv Hospital in Istanbul is a popular weight loss surgery clinic in Turkey — patients lose 71% of their excess weight in a year.
accreditations:
Complete blood count | $145 |
Brain MRI with contrast | $680 |
VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey. The team is dedicated to neurosurgery, obstetrics, and gynecology. VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital serves only adults. Patients most often visit from Europe and the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, Australia, and CIS countries.
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Memorial Hospital Bahçelievler (Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi) is a multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul with an eco-friendly design. There are a lot of green areas on the hospital territory, which contribute to patients’ psychological comfort and their speedy recovery.
The medical facility specializes in oncology treatments, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, brain surgery, urology, gynecology, general and robotic surgery.
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Ultrasound | $160 |
Biochemical blood analysis | $300 - $500 |
Discectomy | $15000 |
Founded in 1973 as the first hospital of GVM Care Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital is internationally renowned for advanced treatments in heart surgery, electrophysiology, neurosurgery, and diabetic foot care. Its research has been featured in prestigious medical journals and is recognized as one of Italy’s top medical centers. The hospital handles over 15% of cardiac surgeries in Italy, with complex cases managed by a multidisciplinary Heart Team, including cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and anesthesiologists.
Additionally, it houses the GVM Campus, which hosts international medical congresses and training events. The hospital is conveniently located 40 minutes from Bologna International Airport and offers transfer services for patients.
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Discectomy | $11990.6 - $27251.37 |
Memorial Atasehir Hospital is a private multidisciplinary hospital in Istanbul which belongs to the large Memorial Healthcare Group. The Memorial Atasehir specialties are organ transplant (with 99.5% success rate for liver and 99% for kidney), (65% success rate), oncology, cardio- and neurosurgery.
The hospital has Joint Commission International (JCI) certificate for the compliance with international treatment standards, quality, and safety. JCI is a global organization that controls the quality of medical services worldwide.
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Consultation with a neurologist | $180 |
Discectomy | $6000 |
Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio (OGSA) is a new hospital that unites two renowned institutions: Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi and Istituto Clinico Sant'Ambrogio. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi is Italy's first hospital for orthopedic admissions, performing 75% of all revision orthopedic surgeries in the country. Meanwhile, Istituto Clinico Sant'Ambrogio has earned recognition for its cardiovascular unit and expertise in diagnosing and treating obesity. Located in a single facility, OGSA offers comprehensive healthcare services for a wide range of medical needs.
accreditations:
Ultrasound | $143.89 |
CT (computer tomography) | $392.42 - $523.23 |
Discectomy | $11445.58 |
Melhem International Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Baku, Azerbaijan. The team is dedicated to neurosurgery, cardiology, and pediatric neurosurgery. It is the first center to perform Parkinson's surgery in Azerbaijan.
Dr. Teyyub Hasanov, educated in Turkey, has successfully performed pediatric and adult brain tumor surgeries, as well as the first Parkinson's surgery in Azerbaijan. At Melhem International Hospital, Dr. Hasanov performed Parkinson's surgery on the famous actor Allahverdi Yolcuyev.
The hospital serves both adults and children. Every year, 200,000 patients choose Melhem International Hospital for medical care. Patients from the Balkans, Arab League States, and the CIS visit the clinic most often.
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Discectomy | $2000 - $4000 |
Turan & Turan Health Group is a private clinic founded in 2016 by Dr. Kayhan Turan and his wife Dr. Bethul Turan. It offers the modern ways of bone, muscle and joint treatment options.
The clinic is highly recommended by its patients for its international standard and friendly staff. Dr. Yunus Uysal is one of the clinic's doctors and a specialist in Discectomy procedures. He has extensive experience in orthopedics and is a member of a number of international medical associations.
The clinic offers the Full Endoscopic Discectomy Surgery All Inclusive package, which includes a consultation with an orthopedist, follow-up visit, MRI, language assistance, consultation with an anesthesiologist, electrocardiogram, follow-up examination, blood tests, video or text consultation, hospitalization and transfer. The package requires 5 days stay in the hospital and 10 days stay in a hotel.
People looking for Discectomy in Turkey should consider Turan & Turan Health Group, with its highly experienced doctor Dr. Yunus Uysal.
MRI of the spine cord | $175 |
CT (computer tomography) | $150 |
Discectomy | $7000 |
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FAQ about Discectomy
A discectomy is a surgical procedure to completely or partially remove an intervertebral disc. Surgery is usually prescribed to treat a herniated disc, and most often the disc is completely removed.
What are the types of discectomy?
In world neurosurgical practice, the following types of discectomy are used:
- classic discectomy;
- microdiscectomy (using a special surgical microscope);
- endoscopic microdiscectomy (minimally invasive disc removal through several incisions up to 2 cm).
What are the indications for surgery?
Discectomy is prescribed for such diseases:
- intervertebral hernia, which compresses the nerve roots of the spinal cord;
- changes in the spinal disc with osteochondrosis;
- disc injury and injury
- narrowing of the spinal canal (stenosis).
What are the contraindications for discectomy?
Contraindications for discectomy:
- blood clotting disorders;
- oncological diseases;
- inflammation and infection;
- diabetes;
- pregnancy;
- disorders of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
What examination should be done before the intervention?
Before discectomy, the patient undergoes an examination, which includes:
- blood chemistry;
- coagulogram;
- electrocardiography;
- x-ray of the lungs;
- radiography;
- computed (CT) or magnetic resonance (MRI) tomography.
How long does a discectomy take?
The duration of the operation is from 30 minutes to 2 hours , depending on the surgical approach chosen by the doctor (open, endoscopic.) After 6 hours, the patient can already get up and walk.
Hospitalization does not exceed 3 days .
How is an intervertebral disc removed?
Discectomy is performed under general anesthesia. Depending on the localization of the intervertebral hernia, the operation is performed in the areas of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar regions.
The discectomy is performed by a neurosurgeon. With an open intervention, he performs an incision up to 10 cm , through which he removes the damaged intervertebral disc.
If necessary, the doctor fixes the vertebrae with a special frame or replaces the intervertebral disc with an artificial one.
The operation lasts up to 2 hours .
For the first 2 months after the intervention, doctors recommend wearing a supporting corset.
microdiscectomy
The incision for microdiscectomy is only 3 cm , and the total duration of the operation does not exceed 1.5 hours .
Endoscopic microdiscectomy
When performing an endoscopic microdiscectomy, doctors use local anesthesia . The incision does not exceed 2 cm . The duration of the operation is less than half an hour .
What complications can occur after the removal of the spinal disc?
After any type of discectomy, there is a possibility of developing some complications:
- sensory disturbance in the extremities;
- development of a hernia in adjacent intervertebral discs;
- deep vein thrombosis of the legs;
- inflammatory process in the spinal cord and its membrane.
To avoid such consequences, it is necessary to choose a qualified neurosurgeon and a clinic that has the necessary equipment. On our website you can find medical centers around the world that offer the best treatment.
How can Bookimed help you get the best treatment?
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If the received treatment program suits you, the Bookimed coordinating doctor agrees the dates of the trip with you and writes you to the selected clinic. Our care department will help you choose the best accommodation option and tickets for the patient and his accompanying person.
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