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A lumbar puncture (spinal tap) is performed In order to diagnose diseases including brain haemorrhage, meningitis, encephalitis, multiple sclerosis, myelitis, and malignancies like leukemia. Dementia, autoimmune diseases, and extra cerebrospinal fluid can also be detected by. It also relieves pressure inside the skull and is used to administer drugs, regional anesthesia or contrast dye for imaging.

Following lumbar puncture, you should consult a physician if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, stiff neck, disorientation, or trouble walking; numbness, tingling, or weakness in your legs; loss of bladder or bowel control; or a severe or ongoing headache, particularly when sitting or standing.

Before performing lumbar puncture, your doctor will examine you, go over your medical history, and maybe prescribe imaging tests like an MRI or CT scan or blood tests. You’ll receive specific instructions regarding food, drink, and medications. If you have allergies, particularly to local anesthesia, or take blood thinners, let your doctor know.

A local anesthesia is injected into your lower back to numb the area during a lumbar puncture. The cerebrospinal fluid is then collected and pressure is measured by inserting a tiny needle into the spinal canal between the lower vertebrae. There may be some pressure on you, and you may need to adjust your position somewhat. Following sample collection, the needle is pulled out and a bandage is put on.Ultrasound guidance may be used for infants and young children.

The duration of a lumbar puncture is around 15 to 30 minutes.

Swelling and bleeding due to infection
Pain in the lower back

Accurate diagnosis by examining cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) it assists in the detection of some malignancies, meningitis, multiple sclerosis, and bleeding.
It gives a guided treatment.
Relief of elevated intracranial (brain & spinal cord) pressure.

To avoid headaches, patients are encouraged to lie flat and drink plenty of water after a lumbar puncture. Headaches and mild back pain are common and typically go away with rest and over-the-counter medicine. Contact a doctor if severe symptoms like intense headache, fever, or numbness occur.

A lumbar puncture (LP) usually has a success rate of 50% to 80%, while some studies have found success rates as high as 81.3%.

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The London Clinic

London, United Kingdom

We, The London Clinic family, take pride in our reputation as a multi-disciplined healthcare facility. With skilled nurses and expert consultants, our medical teams are always focused to deliver the best individualized medical care. More than 1,000 nursing, clinical, and support staff are currently working with us to give our patients an extensive range of treatments. We use cutting-edge technologies to ensure a comprehensive range of healthcare services. Not only that, in order to make your stay with us comfortable enough, we equip our patient bedrooms with:

Electronic patient-controlled bed
En-suite bathroom
Air conditioning system
Remote-controlled television and radio
Telephone with direct dial facility
Nurse call system
Personal safe
Wi-fi

Patients from all over the world fly to us to get their procedures done by our specialist doctors, which is why we also provide our patient's concierge services. Our concierge services include:

Booking travel and hotel accommodation
Arranging London tour
Making theatre and restaurant reservation

The London Clinic has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to hygiene and cleanliness. Our dedicated housekeeping team cleans every room every day between 8.00 am and 5.00 pm. They are also entitled to supply fresh towels every day and clean the rooms properly between patients.

We also have a day surgery unit based on the third floor at 20 Devonshire Place to make sure a hassle-free surgery as well as post-surgery care for our patients. Our cancer care unit at 22 Devonshire Place is also among our key services.

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Parkside Private Hospital

London, United Kingdom

Apart from in-detail treatment procedures available, Parkside Private Hospital located in London, United Kingdom has a wide variety of facilities available for International Patients. Some of the facilities which are provided by them are Accommodation, Airport Transfer, Choice of Meals, Interpreter, SIM, TV inside room. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

Patient bedrooms with ensuite facilities like TV, internet access, direct dial phone, etc.
4 Operating Rooms
69 registered beds
21 Outpatient Consulting rooms
4 minor procedure rooms
11-bed day unit
Endoscopy suite
Pathology Laboratory
Pharmacy
Cafeteria/Restaurant
Car Parking

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Process Involved for Lumbar Puncture in London

Consultation: Discuss the need, reasons, and potential risks with the physician.
Preoperative evaluation: Physical examination and imaging tests are carried out to ensure safety and exclude contraindications.
Discussion with the Treatment: Explain the process, its purpose, the risks, and what to expect.
Procedure Planning: Explain the steps, location, and precautions for a lumbar puncture.
Following the procedure, Follow-up: Keep an eye out for issues and arrange a follow-up to review the findings and future actions.

Meningitis
Encephalitis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Intracranial Hypertension

Potential infections (e.g., encephalitis, meningitis)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) or other neurological conditions that are suspected
Subarachnoid hemorrhage suspicion

Identification and assessment of underlying neurological conditions
Detection of central nervous system infections, inflammations, or malignancies
Assessment of intracranial pressure
clarification of diagnostic uncertainties of some neurological disorders

Neurologist
Psychiatrist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lumbar Puncture cost in London varies from one hospital to the other. There are many hospital who cover the cost of pre-surgical investigations of the patient in the treatment package. The comprehensive Lumbar Puncture package cost includes the cost of investigations, surgery, medicines and consumables. A prolonged hospital stay due to delayed recovery, new diagnosis and complications after surgery may increase the cost of Lumbar Puncture in London.

There are many hospitals that perform Lumbar Puncture in London. For quick reference, the following are some of the leading hospitals for Lumbar Puncture in London:

Parkside Private Hospital

After discharge from the hospital, the patient has to stay for another 6 days in the country for complete recovery. This duration of stay is recommended to complete all the necessary follow-ups and control tests to ensure that the surgery was successful.

Apart from the cost of Lumbar Puncture, the patient is also required to pay additionally for daily meals and guest house accommodation. These include the cost of accommodation and meals outside hospital. The per day cost in this case may range from 55 USD.

It is possible for patients to opt for video telemedicine consultation before they come for Lumbar Puncture in London. There are many kidney transpant surgeons who offer video telemedicine consultation, including the following:

Some of the most sought after doctors available for online video consultation for Lumbar Puncture in London are:

Doctor Name	Cost	Book Appointment
Dr. Mohamed Abdalla	250	Book Now

After the Lumbar Puncture surgery takes place, the average duration of stay at the hospital is about 1 Days. The patient is subjected to several biochemistry and radiological scans to see that everything is okay and the recovery is on track. After making sure that patient is clinically stable, discharge is planned.

There are about 1 Hospitals Lumbar Puncture hospitals in London that are best known for their services. These hospitals are approved to perform the surgery and have proper infrastructure to handle Lumbar Puncture patients. These hospitals comply with all the rules and regulations as dictated by the regulatory bodies and medical association in London

Some of the most sought after doctors for Lumbar Puncture in London 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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