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How did you get cauda equina syndrome after lumbar laminectomy with a spinal fusion?
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∙ 13y ago
i develop cauda equina syndrome post laminectomy with rupture of the spinal cor membrane dura madre
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What is the mortality rate for a lumbar laminectomy?
The mortality rate for a lumbar laminectomy is between 0.8% and 1%.
What does medical code 722.83 mean?
Intervertebral disc disorders; postlaminectomy syndrome; lumbar region (Spinal disorder due to spinal laminectomy surgery; lumbar region)
What diagnosis code is used for lumbar laminectomy?
V45.89
What is a lumbar laminectomy?
A lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing part of the lamina, a bony structure in the spine, to relieve compression on the spinal nerves in the lower back. It is typically done to treat conditions such as spinal stenosis or herniated discs that are causing pain and other symptoms. The goal of the procedure is to reduce pressure on the nerves and alleviate pain and improve function.
What Cluster of nerve fibers resembling a horse's tail is found in the lumbar area?
The cluster of nerve fibers resembling a horse's tail found in the lumbar area is called the cauda equina. It is a bundle of spinal nerves that extend from the end of the spinal cord in the lower back. The cauda equina is responsible for transmitting sensory and motor signals to and from the lower body and lower extremities.
What is the ventral sac?
The Ventral Thecal Sac encloses the spinal cord and the nerve endings of the lumbar regions thecal sac (cauda equina) and serves as a protection for both and for the entire lumbar spinal region. The ventral thecal sac contains cerebral spinal fluid and it also serves as a buffer for the cauda equina.
What is the cauda equina composed of?
The cauda equina is composed of spinal nerve roots that extend from the lower part of the spinal cord in the lumbar and sacral regions. These nerve roots continue down the spinal canal before branching off to innervate the lower extremities and pelvic organs.
What is cpt code for lumbar decompression and fusion?
62287
What is the diagnosis for ICD-9 code 722.83?
722.83 is lumbar postlaminectomy syndrome. Postlaminectomy syndrome is chronic pain after back surgery, and lumbar refers to the lower back.
What is lumbar interbody fusion-transforaminal?
TLIF or Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion is a surgery used to stabilize the spine. This procedure is used to stabilize the shock absorbers between the vertebrae.
What is Lumbar radicular syndrome?
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What is the rate of complications following a lumbar laminectomy?
After laminectomy (postoperative), there is a risk of developing complications that can include blood clots, infection, excessive bleeding, worsening of back pain, nerve damage, or spinal fluid leak
