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The average cost of Laminectomy in Sharjah approximately starts from USD 13880

Cost of Laminectomy in Major Cities of United Arab Emirates

City	Cost (USD)	Cost (AED)
Abu Dhabi	USD 13880	50940
Ajman	USD 12492	45846
Dubai	USD 13880	50940
Sharjah	USD 13880	50940

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Laminectomy is also known as “decompression surgery”. In this surgical procedure, a part of the vertebral bone called lamina is removed to create additional space. The lamina is the back part of the vertebrae that covers the spinal canal. Removing the lamina enlarges the spinal canal and thus, helps relieve pressure on the nerves and the spinal cord. Bony growths, especially in people with spinal arthritis, may put additional pressure on the spinal cord. It may cause severe back pain and in some severe cases, can even cause paralysis. Narrowing of the space between the vertebrae is also known as spinal stenosis.

Laminectomy surgery, which is a form of spinal stenosis treatment, helps relieve pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves by creating a room between the vertebrae and the cord. When the pressure on the spinal cord in the case of lumbar spinal stenosis is relieved by creating a space between the lumbar vertebrae, the procedure is known as a lumbar laminectomy. During a lumbar laminectomy, the surgeon may even remove the ligaments or bone spurs pressing the spinal cord.

Before considering a laminectomy, individuals may experience symptoms related to spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or other conditions that lead to pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.

Laminectomy is a spine surgery that is performed to decompress the spinal cord or nerves, usually because of spinal stenosis, herniated discs, bone spurs, or tumors. It includes removing vertebral bone (lamina) to create more space and relieve nerve compression.

The patient should consult a doctor when conservative management fails or signs present, such as severe pain or ache in the back, loss of strength in one or more limbs, or loss of bladder or bowel control.

Preparation involves MRI or CT scans to identify the compression, and a complete medical evaluation. You will likely be told to discontinue some medications, not eat before surgery, and make arrangements for someone to stay with you at home after surgery. Smoking cessation is highly advised to promote healing.

Open laminectomy involves the removal of the lamina under general anaesthesia, along with or without discectomy or spinal fusion in an. Approaches are becoming increasingly minimally invasive to limit complications. Other procedures include microlaminectomy, laminectomy with fusion, cervical, lumbar, and sacral laminectomy.

The procedure lasts typically 1 to 3 hours, depending on the number of vertebrae and if spinal fusion is included.

Infection
Bleeding
Nerve injury
Spinal fluid leak
Blood clots
Persistent or recurrent pain
Spinal instability (rare)

Laminectomy is often effective in alleviating significant pain from nerves, increasing mobility, and promoting quality of life when conservative treatment has failed. Most patients experience a dramatic reduction in leg or arm pain upon recovery.

Recovery involves between 1 and 3 days of hospital stay. Completing initial healing can take between 2 and 4 weeks, while recovering fully can take several months, as physical therapy is often indispensable.

These are high success rates, as 80-90% of patients experience significant pain relief and improved quality of life.

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NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

3.3 ( 5 Reviews )

Types of Laminectomy in NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah and its associated cost

Treatment Option	Approximate Cost Range (USD)	Approximate Cost Range (AED)
Laminectomy (Overall)	2758 - 9102	10305 - 32734
Microdiscectomy	2211 - 6714	8186 - 24584
Hemilaminectomy	2753 - 8038	10385 - 28672
Laminectomy with Fusion	4411 - 11195	16322 - 40972

Address: NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates
Facilities related to NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah: Online Doctor Consultation, Post operative followup, Mobility Accessible Rooms, Rehabilitation, Air Ambulance

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Burjeel Specialty Hospital, Sharjah

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Types of Laminectomy in Burjeel Specialty Hospital, Sharjah and its associated cost

Treatment Option	Approximate Cost Range (USD)	Approximate Cost Range (AED)
Laminectomy (Overall)	2776 - 8906	10430 - 32662
Microdiscectomy	2259 - 6623	8381 - 24886
Hemilaminectomy	2757 - 7842	10099 - 29235
Laminectomy with Fusion	4541 - 11239	16673 - 40938

Address: Burjeel Specialty Hospital, Sharjah - Al Kuwait Street - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates
Facilities related to Burjeel Specialty Hospital, Sharjah: Online Doctor Consultation, Post operative followup, Mobility Accessible Rooms, Rehabilitation, Air Ambulance

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Zulekha Hospital Sharjah

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

0.5 ( 1 Reviews )

Types of Laminectomy in Zulekha Hospital Sharjah and its associated cost

Treatment Option	Approximate Cost Range (USD)	Approximate Cost Range (AED)
Laminectomy (Overall)	2751 - 8989	10150 - 33009
Microdiscectomy	2215 - 6818	8303 - 25269
Hemilaminectomy	2849 - 7926	10111 - 28997
Laminectomy with Fusion	4493 - 11353	16575 - 40654

Address: Zulekha Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates
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Process Involved for Laminectomy in Sharjah

Consultation: Talk with a neurologist, neurosurgeon, or orthopedic spine specialist about the diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment possibilities.
Preoperative Evaluation: Use imaging studies to evaluate the spine's structure, detect involved vertebrae, and identify the degree of nerve compression.
Discussion with Treatment: Explain the benefits and risks of surgery, including easing pressure on nerves, enhancing mobility, and decreasing pain.
Surgical Planning: Explain the surgical procedure, possible risks (bleeding, infection, nerve injury), and what to expect in recovery.
Post-Surgery, Follow-up: Schedule follow-up visits to track recovery, check for complications, and monitor symptom improvement.

Herniated or Bulging Discs
Spinal Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis
Chronic Sciatica or Leg Pain due to Nerve Compression
Spinal Tumors

Degenerative Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis (slipped disc)
Herniated or Bulging Discs
Spinal Stenosis
Chronic Back Pain or Leg Pain (sciatica) caused by nerve compression

Relief of chronic back or leg pain
Enhanced mobility and function
Decreased nerve compression, resulting in reduced numbness, tingling, or weakness of the limbs
Improved quality of life as a result of less pain and enhanced mobility
Symptom relief for spinal stenosis or disc herniation

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Laminectomy cost in Sharjah starts from about $12000. Only some of the best and certified hospitals in Sharjah perform Laminectomyation for international patients.

Laminectomy package cost in Sharjah has different inclusions and exclusions. The top hospitals for Laminectomy in Sharjah covers all the expenses related to the pre-surgery investigations of the candidate. The treatment cost usually includes the expenses related to hospitalization, surgery, nursing, medicines, and anesthesia. Post-surgical complications, new findings and delayed recovery may have an impact on the total Laminectomy cost in Sharjah.

There are many hospitals that perform Laminectomy in Sharjah. The top hospitals for Laminectomy in Sharjah include the following:

While the speed of recovery may vary from patient to patient, they are still required to stay for about 17 days after discharge. This is important to ensure that the surgery was successful. During this time, control and follow-up tests take place to check for medical fitness.

While Sharjah is considered to be one of the best destinations for Laminectomy owing to the standard of Hospitals, and expertise of doctors there are a select few destinations that provide comparable quality of healthcare for the procedure. Some of such cities are:

Apart from the Laminectomy cost, the patient may have to pay for additional daily expenses such as for guest house after discharge and meals. The per day extra expenses in Sharjah per person are about 60 USD.

After Laminectomy surgery, the patient is supposed to stay for about 4 Days in the hospital for recovery and monitoring. This phase is important to ensure that the patient is recovering well and is clinically stable. During this time, several tests are performed before the patient is deemed suitable for discharge.

The overall rating for hospitals providing Laminectomy in Sharjah is 4.8. Several parameters such as hospital infrastructure, pricing policy, quality of services, politeness of staff, etc. contribute to the rating.

There are around 3 Hospitals hospitals in Sharjah that offer Laminectomy to international patients. These hospitals have proper infrastructure for the treatment of patients who require Laminectomy. Additionally, these hospitals are known to comply with the international standards as well as local legal requirements for the treatment of patients.

Some of the most sought after doctors for Laminectomy in Sharjah are:

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Dr. Abdullah Rahil

MPT (Neuro)

5 Years of Experience

Dr. Abdullah Rahil, M.P.T. (Neurology), is a dedicated physiotherapy professional specializing in orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. With strong clinical expertise, he focuses on improving patient mobility, reducing pain, and restoring functional independence through evidence-based rehabilitation techniques. He is skilled in advanced therapeutic approaches that support effective rehabilitation and recovery for a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, focusing on improving mobility, reducing pain, and restoring functional independence. Dr. Rahil has extensive experience managing diverse rehabilitation cases. His patient-centered approach emphasizes personalized treatment plans, continuous assessment, and comprehensive rehabilitation to achieve optimal recovery outcomes. . View More

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⁠Dr Rakesh Kumar Dua

Spine & Neurosurgeon

25 Years of Experience

Dr. Rakesh Dua has more than 25+ years of clinical experience in spine surgeries. He is currently providing his services as Director, Neuro & Spine Surgery at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh. Before joining Fortis Hospital, he was associated with Max super-specialist Hospital, Shalimar Bagh as Director Neurosurgery & Head Neuro Spine, and with UCMS & GTB hospital as head of the neurosurgery department. View More

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