1 Hospitals
- Best Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, 2018, Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards: eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre received this award for its outstanding healthcare services in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Best Hospital in Durban, 2019, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its exceptional healthcare services in Durban.
- Best Private Hospital in South Africa, 2019, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its outstanding private healthcare services in South Africa.
- Best Hospital in Durban, 2020, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its exceptional healthcare services in Durban.
- Best Private Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, 2020, Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its outstanding private healthcare services in KwaZulu-Natal.
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Outcomes of TLIF
| Speciality | Orthopedics |
| Procedure | TLIF |
| Success Rate | 85-95% |
| Recovery Time | 2-4 months |
| Treatment Time | 2-3 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | Low |
What is a TLIF, and how does it work?
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) is a surgical procedure used to treat certain spinal conditions affecting the lumbar (lower) region of the spine. The surgeon enters the spine from the side during TLIF to remove damaged disc material and insert bone grafts into the intervertebral space. This promotes vertebral fusion, which stabilizes the spine and relieves nerve pressure.
What medical conditions can be treated through TLIF?
Medical conditions that can be treated through TLIF include degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis.
What is the recovery process after a TLIF?
After a TLIF, the recovery process includes a few days in the hospital to monitor healing and manage pain. To regain strength and flexibility, patients will gradually resume light activities and physical therapy. A back brace may be used at first to support the spine during the healing process. The total recovery time varies, but it usually takes several months for the bone to fuse completely. Following postoperative instructions is extremely important for a quick recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Numerous factors can be considered to rank the hospitals on the basis of the procedure. In Durban, hospitals that do TLIFs are ranked according to the mentioned factors- Popularity for the procedure, Infrastructure, Availability of the Procedure, Experienced doctors, Technology used, Cost, Facilities provided, Success Rate
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Yes, you can avail a video consultation with the specialist before travelling to Durban. When one of our patient advisors contacts you about your inquiry, you can demand an online consultation with the specialist. They will check the doctor's availability, send the payment link to you, and finalize your appointment.
Numerous people have started traveling to Durban for TLIF because of the nation's state-of-the-art healthcare system and high success rate. Other factors that make Durban the preferred option for TLIF include:
- Experienced and certified specialists
- Affordable treatment plans
- Transparency and data privacy
- Accredited hospitals
- Latest medical technologies
The time of recovery after treatment depends on the patient’s overall health as well as the criticality of the treatment. Other factors like continuously taking rehab sessions and enrolling in postoperative care sessions also greatly impact the recovery time of the patient. To speed up recovery, it is advised that the patient maintain regular contact with their surgeon for a few months after surgery.