Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Advantages of UBE Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Surgical corrections involving open microscopic discectomy was the only curative method for ruptured and herniated discs of a vertebral column earlier. The medical process has been a highly complex one with a probability of damage to muscles and tissues.

Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy (UBE) is an innovative medical solution that eliminates the requirement of open surgery. The individual facing chronic ailments in the lumbar region including Lumbar Spinal Stenosis can consider this advanced medical procedure. Studies indicate that patients suffering from Neurogenic Claudication could overcome the problem and regain normalcy by undergoing UBE treatment.

The minimally invasive UBE procedure can be undertaken through 2 holes made on the skin. The holes of dimensions 4 mm and 15 mm would be used to introduce Endoscopic equipment and surgical instruments into the body. Expert doctors would carefully move the medical devices to the area of ailment.

All the processes are under constant supervision and expert guidance. Making it the safest methodology for curing lumbar ailments. The endoscope would provide a magnified view of the procedure. The complete endoscopic surgical method, UBE, would be completed with minimal disturbance to the body. UBE is done under local or general anaesthesia.

Since, the UBE uses just two holes on the body for the treatment procure, instead of open surgery; the recovery of the patient is also fast. The complexities and pain subsequent to the surgery will be minimal and the patient doesn’t have to remain bedridden for many days. He or she can start walking in a few days itself.

Advantages of UBE Endoscopic Spine Surgery

UBE or Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery simply removes all the problems as part of normal surgery. The normal open microscopic discectomy had severe implications and unavoidable complications. These complexities have been the predominant factors that deterred patients from opting for surgical corrections.

Doctors too suggested open surgery for ruptured or herniated lumbar regions only as the last resort. The success rate of such a surgery has also been a matter of concern. Many retreated from the expensive open microscopic discectomy.

That is why the invention of the state-of-the-art UBE becomes the best choice for lumbar ailments. Minimum complications and maximum results are assured by this medical procedure.

The advantages of UBE/Endoscopic Spine Surgery include:

Reduced blood loss during the procedure, helps in faster recovery
Smaller incisions, unlike open surgical method, reducing pain and other issues
Minimal post-surgical complications
Lesser damages to soft tissues than any other surgical methods. This helps in preventing scar formation also
No bone trauma during UBE
Low-risk procedure
Spinal infection concern is negligible
No need to consume heavy dose medicines and antibiotics post-surgery
Quick curing of surgical wounds
Mobilization of the patient is real fast
The safest treatment method for complex ailments on the vertebral column
The patient can gain normalcy in a number of days
The advantages UBE possesses over open microscopic discectomy make it the right choice for patients with lumbar problems.

How is Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery Performed?

The patient would be in the prone position (lying down on the chest with back up) during the UBE spine surgery. Epidural anaesthesia (anaesthesia on the epidural region around the spinal cord) would be administered prior to the commencement of the process.

A specifically designed endoscope would be used for carrying out UBE. The innovatively designed equipment and expertise of the doctor performing the procedure are crucial for efficient compliance. The endoscope houses a camera that will offer various levels of magnification. The methodology termed Targeted Fragmentectomy would limit the corrective procedure only to the diseased disc. The surrounding muscles, tissues, discs and vertebrae would remain unaffected.

The two incisions made would allow insertion of the endoscope and equipment for UBE. As the wounds are limited unlike an open surgery, diabetic patients, including the elderly and persons with other medical ailments can opt for UBE.

Once the procedures of Endoscopic Spine Surgery is complete, the patient may have to remain admitted for a maximum of 3 days. The post-surgery recovery is quick in the case of UBE. They can be mobilized in 2-3 days and start performing normal duties within 3-5 days.

Why Nanoori for UBE Endoscopic Spine Surgery?

Nanoori Korean Orthopedic Clinic was initially established in Gangnam, South Korea in 2003. We have been providing advanced medical solutions to the patients since then. We have spread out to countries including China and UAE, besides opening branches in different South Korean cities, in the past two decades.Nanoori Korean orthopaedic stands for committed support to the patients. By putting the best efforts, we treat and cure all the ailments related to spine and joints. Treading forward with the support from the satisfied clients, whom we could render advanced medical solutions, we continue to remain the top hospital for ailments on spine and joints.

Putting our bit towards the well-being of the society, we have established Love Nanoori in 2011. The service offers free of cost surgical treatments on spine and joints for the persons with low income. We have been rendering this philanthropic service to low-income patients in Russia and Mongolia as well.The exhaustive knowledge our team has in the UBE treatment procedure makes us your ideal choice for lumbar and joint treatments. We assure you the best treatment, offering you to return to normal life at the earliest, free of ailment.

We have collaborated with elite educational and medical institutions around the world. Our close interaction and cooperation in research and development, offers us the most advanced medical solutions and expert guidance on medical matters.We have a close-knit relationship with reputed institutions including Stanford University School of Medicine, National Hospital No.3 in Mongolia, Rashid Center for People with Determination in the UAE, ShanDong Group in China, and Saudi German Hospitals in UAE. These genuine and dedicated connections help us in aiding our clients with outstanding medical facilities and positive results.Our handpicked panel of doctors have proven experience in the field of spine and joints treatment. They possess in-depth knowledge and unparalleled expertise, which guarantees exemplary outcomes. We have been successful in delivering what we promise.

To schedule a visit to our hospital for UBE treatment, contact us now.