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A 64-year-old male patient <\/strong>visited Artemis Hospital<\/strong> seeking expert treatment for severe spinal complications that developed after a previously performed spine surgery.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Patient\u2019s Medical Condition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

He had undergone spinal fixation surgery at the D12\u2013L3 level in the past<\/strong>. However, over time, he developed implant failure<\/strong>, leading to worsening symptoms that significantly affected his quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He presented with severe pain in both lower limbs accompanied by numbness<\/strong>, which had gradually increased in intensity. The patient also developed bilateral lower limb radiculopathy<\/strong>, a condition caused by nerve compression in the spine that results in radiating pain and neurological symptoms in the legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More concerning was the presence of bowel and bladder involvement<\/strong>, including difficulty controlling urination, indicating serious nerve compression requiring urgent medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expert Evaluation and Diagnosis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Following a detailed clinical examination, neurological assessment, and radiological imaging, the spine surgery team diagnosed him with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Implant failure in a previously operated case of D12\u2013L3 spinal fixation.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Because implant failure can lead to spinal instability and nerve compression, the condition required revision spine surgery<\/strong> to restore spinal stability and relieve nerve pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advanced Surgical Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Under the expert care of Dr Hitesh Garg<\/strong>, along with the experienced spine team, including Dr Dheeraj Batheja, Dr Sumit Kumar<\/strong> and Dr Varun Khanna<\/strong>, the patient underwent Revision Spine Surgery with D12\u2013L4 fixation and bone grafting<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Revision spine surgery is a complex procedure that involves removing or correcting failed implants and stabilising the spine with new instrumentation to restore proper alignment and relieve nerve compression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Post-Surgical Outcome<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The surgery was completed, restoring spinal stability and decompressing the affected nerves<\/strong>. After the procedure, the patient showed clinical improvement with stabilisation of neurological symptoms<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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He was discharged on the second day post-surgery, following a smooth postoperative recovery under close medical supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Message of Hope for Spine Patients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Revision spine surgery can be technically demanding, but with advanced surgical techniques, precise planning, and experienced spine specialists<\/strong>, patients suffering from implant failure and nerve compression can achieve significant relief and regain mobility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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His case highlights the importance of timely intervention and expert spine care<\/strong> in managing complex spinal conditions and restoring quality of life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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