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- Best Hospital Chain: National, ET Healthcare Awards 2022 by The Economic Times (17/11/2022).
- Healthcare CEO of the Year: National (Dilip Jose), ET Healthcare Awards 2022 by The Economic Times (17/11/2022).
- Healthcare Leader of the Year (Jury Chair): National (Dr. H. Sudarshan Ballal), ET Healthcare Awards 2022 by The Economic Times (17/11/2022).
- Award-Winning Milestones Recognition, CAHO, Manipal Hospitals Dwarka: Delhi (17/10/2024).
- Karnataka Rajyotsava Award 2024 (Dr. Satyanarayana Mysore), Government of Karnataka, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Bengaluru (06/11/2024).
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- Ranked No. 3 among the best hospitals in the world and No. 1 in India for Medical Tourism by Medical Travel and Tourism Quality Alliance (MTQUA).
- Ranked No. 2 ‘Best Multi-Speciality Hospital in Bangalore’ by The Week – AC Neilsen survey.
- Recognised among the top hospitals in India by Outlook magazine in 2021.
- Featured in The Week’s list of top hospitals in 2021.
- Received the Healthcare Excellence Award for outstanding contributions to healthcare in 2021.
- Accreditation
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Outcomes of Lumbar Puncture
| Speciality | Neurology |
| Procedure | Lumbar Puncture |
| Success Rate | NA |
| Recovery Time | 1-2 days |
| Treatment Time | 30 minutes - 1 hour |
| Chances of Recurrence | NA |
What is a Lumbar Puncture, and how does it work?
A lumber puncture is more commonly known as a spinal tap procedure. In this procedure, a thin needle is inserted into the lower back to extract and collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This procedure is generally performed for diagnostic purposes. A lumbar puncture may also be performed to reduce the pressure within the skull.
What medical conditions can be treated through Lumbar Puncture?
Lumbar puncture is an outpatient neurological procedure commonly performed to diagnose and manage conditions like Meningitis (inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord), Encephalitis (inflammation of the brain tissue, often caused by viral infections), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (bleeding in the space surrounding the brain), Pseudotumor Cerebri (increased pressure within the skull without a clear cause), and some central nervous system disorders and cancers.
What is the recovery process after a Lumbar Puncture?
The recovery process after a Lumbar Puncture is usually short. Patients may experience mild soreness at the puncture site, which typically resolves within a few days. It is essential to rest and avoid strenuous activities for the first 24 hours after the procedure. Drinking plenty of fluids is suggested to replenish the CSF lost during the procedure. Most patients can resume normal activities the day after the Lumbar Puncture, although they should avoid heavy lifting or strenuous exercises for a few days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hospitals for any type of procedure can be ranked on several deciding aspects. The following factors are used to rank hospitals in Bangalore that perform Lumbar Punctures- Availability of the Procedure, Popularity of the procedure & hospital, Infrastructure, Pricing structure, Experienced Medical Professionals, Technology Employed, Facilities Available for the Patients & Visitors, Success Rate of the Hospital.
MediGence puts forth a lot of effort to make your medical travel of the finest quality, convenient, and affordable for you. We wish you to experience a trouble-free and quality healthcare journey, so we make sure that you receive our value-added benefits throughout your journey. Some of the best caregiving services are Online consultation, Hotel Stays or Accommodation, Case Manager, Recovery Packages, 24/7 assistance, and Individually-crafted Packages with upto 30% savings. There are many more advantages for you besides the aforementioned services.
Yes, you can avail a video consultation with the specialist before travelling to Bangalore. To schedule your online consultation with the specialist, you can reach one of our patient counselors. They will check the doctor's availability, send the payment link to you, and finalize your appointment.
People from around the world are increasingly choosing to travel to Bangalore for Lumbar Puncture due to its modern infrastructure and high success rate. Lumbar Puncture is the best option when it comes to Bangalore for a variety of reasons including:
- Cost-effective treatment options
- Experienced and certified experts
- Accredited hospitals
- Modern healthcare technologies
- Data privacy and transparency
Recovery times for various procedures vary depending on the patient's health and the complexity of the treatment. Other factors, such as the patient's continued participation in rehabilitation sessions and postoperative care appointments, have a significant impact on the length of their recovery. Patient must keep in touch with their surgeon for a few months after surgery in order to speed up recovery.