What is Laminotomy?
Category: Surgeries
A laminotomy is a spine operation to remove a portion of the vertebral bone called the lamina. A laminotomy is a partial removal of the lamina, while a laminectomy is the total removal of the lamina. Both are spinal decompression surgeries.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulging disk lower L4 and L5 | 3 | 0 | |
| Herniated disc | 3 | 0 | |
| Cervical spinal stenosis (neck) | 1 | 0 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 0 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Laminotomy
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Back pain | 1 | |
| Muscle and joint pain | 1 | |
| Neuropathic pain in lower extremities | 1 | |
| Numbness | 1 | |
| Numbness in face | 1 | |
| Off balance | 1 |
Duration
Stopped having Laminotomy
| Duration | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 month | 3 |
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