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58Sunliner

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6. I would look to boards where patients talk about their surgery and get an honest look at the risks and complications.

Reply to Ptah (Reply #2)

Fri Nov 15, 2024, 03:48 PM

Nov 15

There are many types of spinal surgery and what is involved can differ drastically. Most surgeons don't bother trying to really educate the pt on the risks. Many would not bother. Especially if they knew that the fail rate is high, or in 4 years, a second surgery is the usual outcome. It isn't as straightforward as one may think, or be led to think. Spinal surgery is invasive and complex, especially if they are going into the neck through the throat. I have degrees in nursing and RT and have said no spinal surgery 3 times now. Don't regret it, yet.

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I'm going to be with my daughter when she consults with a surgeon in a few days. [View all] Ptah Nov 13 OP

We kind of need more info. thatdemguy Nov 13 #1

Spinal surgury Ptah Nov 13 #2

Well the ones I mentioned are a great start. thatdemguy Nov 13 #3

Thank you for the informed suggestions, thatdemguy. Ptah Nov 13 #4

I definitely would! SheltieLover Nov 13 #5

I would look to boards where patients talk about their surgery and get an honest look at the risks and complications. 58Sunliner Nov 15 #6