Transforaminal interbody lumbar fusion(TLIF)
About The Package
Doctor
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Room charges (for the specified period)
Consumables, Surgery & Surgeon's fees
O.T. charges
Anesthesia charges
Routine medicines for the number of days as per the package offered. If any extra medicines are
required which are not routinely used then it would be charged as per the actual
Food and Beverages for the patient only as per the diet recommendation.
Exclusions
All expenses for stay beyond the package period
Professional charges of other consultants
Any other additional procedure
Use of special drugs/ consumables
Blood products
CT/MRI or complex lab investigation
Cost of high-value consumables valves/conduits/grafts will be charged extra (unless otherwise
specified) as per applicable rates over and above package cost
Accommodation
EMIRATES GRAND HOTEL
116957 Sheikh Zayed Rd - Trade Centre - Trade Centre 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
A smooth check-in/check-out process, flexible policies and friendly management garner great customer satisfaction for this property.
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The Hotel has standard Check-In time as 3:00 PM and Check-Out time as 12:00 PM.
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An extra bed will be provided to accommodate any child/any additional guest included in the booking for additional charges. (Subject to availability).
About The Treatment
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) is a surgical procedure used to stabilize the spinal vertebrae and eliminate movement between them to relieve pain caused by various spinal disorders. This method specifically targets the lumbar (lower back) region and involves accessing the spine through the foramen, the opening where nerve roots exit the spine. The procedure is often recommended for conditions such as degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, or spinal stenosis that have not responded to conservative treatments.
Procedure Overview:
- Technique: TLIF involves the removal of a damaged disc to relieve pressure on compressed nerve roots. The surgeon then inserts a bone graft into the disc space between the adjacent vertebrae. This graft, along with the use of rods and screws for additional support, helps the bones to fuse over time. The fusion process is intended to create a single, solid bone that stabilizes the spine and alleviates symptoms.
- Approach: The surgery is performed using a posterior approach, where the surgeon operates through the back, making it less disruptive to the major abdominal organs and reducing recovery time.
Levels of Severity and Treatment:
- Level 1: Typically involves a single level fusion, such as between L4 and L5, and is usually for patients experiencing localized pain and instability with minimal spinal deformities.
- Level 2: Involves two adjacent levels of the spine, such as L4-L5 and L5-S1. This level is appropriate for patients with more extensive degenerative changes or those whose symptoms are not relieved by a single level fusion.
- Level 3: This level involves three or more levels of the spine and is reserved for severe cases with significant spinal instability, advanced degenerative changes, or complex deformities like scoliosis.
Recovery:
- Postoperative care includes physical therapy to help strengthen the back and improve mobility. Patients typically experience a significant reduction in pain and improved function as they progress through their recovery, which can take several months.
Outcomes:
- TLIF has been shown to provide substantial improvement in pain and function for patients with debilitating lumbar spinal conditions. It effectively stabilizes the spine and reduces the symptoms associated with motion between the affected vertebrae.
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) offers a targeted approach to treating lumbar spine conditions that allows for effective stabilization and pain relief, especially in severe cases where other treatments have failed.