When do you operate for a prolapsed disc
Indications for surgery in cases of Prolapsed interveebral disc are:Progressive neurological deficitCauda-equina syndromeSevere sciatic tilt(Refer: Mohindra's Fundamentals of Ohopedics, 2nd edition, pg no. 234, 302)
Busy executive needs quick surgery
Only with weakness no pain
Severe paininterfering with activity and not relieved by rest and treatment of 8 weeks
Patient of PID with difficulty in ambulation
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