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What is disk removal?
It is the removal of an intervertebral disk
How common is disk removal?
About 150,000 Americans undergo disk removal each year in the United States
How often is disk removal performed?
Approximately 150,000 Americans undergo disk removal each year in the United States
What are the alternatives to disk removal?
Epidural
What is a disksectomy?
It is the removal of a disk in the spine
What is otic preparations?
otic preparations are ear preparations usually placed in the ear canal by drops in small amounts for removal of excessive cerumen (earwax) or for teatment of ear infections, inflammation, or pain.
What is a diskectomy also called?
Disk removal
What is Disk removal also called?
Diskectomy
Who does disk removal?
A neurosurgeon or orthopedic surgeon
What is diskectomy?
The surgical removal of a portion of an intervertebral disk
What is the aim of disk removal?
The aim of the surgery is to try to relieve all pressure on nerve roots by removing the pulpy material from the disk, or the disk itself
What preparations are required with cystectomy?
The patient will receive instruction on caring for a stoma and bag. A period of fasting and an enema may be required.
