Level A Evidence

3 Treatment Options Available

Spine & Spinal Cord Surgery

Q: What is PELD and how is it different from traditional disc surgery?

PELD (Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy) uses a 7mm incision and endoscope to remove herniated disc material. Unlike traditional surgery, it preserves muscle and bone, allows faster recovery (2-4 days vs 2-4 weeks), and can often be done as day surgery.

Q: Will I need spinal fusion for my disc herniation?

Most disc herniations do NOT require fusion. Fusion is typically reserved for instability, significant deformity, or after multiple recurrences. Our surgeons prioritize motion-preserving techniques whenever possible.

Q: How soon can I fly home after spine surgery?

For PELD: typically 5-7 days. For fusion: 10-14 days for short flights, 3-4 weeks for long-haul. We provide detailed travel guidelines and can arrange medical escort if needed.

Q: What about rehabilitation after I return home?

We provide detailed rehabilitation protocols, exercise videos, and remote PT consultation. We also coordinate with your local physiotherapist, providing them with surgical details and recommendations.

Minimally Invasive & Complex Spine Surgery

Our spine centers combine high surgical volume with advanced minimally invasive techniques. From simple disc herniations treated with full-endoscopic PELD (day surgery possible) to complex deformity corrections, we offer solutions matched to your specific condition and recovery goals.

Condition Overview

Conditions We Treat

Disc HerniationSpinal StenosisScoliosisSpondylolisthesisSpinal TumorsRevision Surgery

Core Technologies

PELD full-endoscopic | 3D navigation | Robotic guidance | Degenerative and deformity correction | Rapid recovery protocols

适宜人群

•Scoliosis Cobb angle >50° requiring correction
•Revision surgery after previous failed procedures
•Complex spine tumor requiring en bloc resection
•Multi-level disease requiring comprehensive approach
•Previous fusion requiring adjacent segment treatment

Experienced in complex deformity and revision

建议在本地考虑

•Single-level disc herniation with straightforward anatomy
•Simple lumbar stenosis without deformity
•Cases where local surgeon has high volume (>200 spine cases/year)

Straightforward cases may be suitable locally

Evidence: PELD >1,000/year at spine centers; scoliosis correction; rapid discharge protocols; <1% infection rate.

Treatment Options

PELD (Endoscopic Spine Surgery)

微创

适合：Disc herniation; foraminal stenosis

技术：Full-endoscopic; 7mm incision; disc preservation

优势：2-4 day stay; day surgery possible; minimal tissue damage

2–4 daysFrom $4,000

>1,000 PELD/year at top centers

Spinal Fusion / Deformity Correction

手术

适合：Scoliosis; spondylolisthesis; instability; revision

技术：3D navigation; pedicle screws; biologics; MIS approaches

优势：Stable correction; long-term outcomes; MIS options

5–10 daysFrom $12,000

Complex deformity programs

Decompressive Laminectomy

手术

适合：Spinal stenosis; cord compression

技术：Microsurgical; unilateral approach; preservation of stability

优势：Rapid symptom relief; preserves motion

3–5 daysFrom $6,000

High-volume spine centers

费用对比

Spinal Fusion (2-3 levels)

US Hospital$65,000

UK Private$48,000

MediLink China$15,000

Save 77% vs US • Includes: surgery, implants, 5-10 day stay, physical therapy initiation

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治疗流程

Pre-operative• Week 1

Comprehensive imaging review (MRI, CT, X-rays)
Surgical planning with 3D modeling for complex cases
Medical optimization and preparation
Pre-habilitation exercises instruction

Surgery & Recovery• Week 1-2

Surgery with intraoperative navigation
Early mobilization (often day 1 post-op)
Pain management optimization
Physical therapy initiation

Rehabilitation• Weeks 2-12

Structured rehabilitation program
Gradual return to activities
Remote PT guidance for home exercises
3-month imaging follow-up

Clinical Outcomes

PELD Success

94%

leg pain relief

Fusion Union Rate

96%

at 12 months

Infection Rate

<0.5%

spine surgery

Return to Work

2-6 weeks

PELD patients

常见问题

What is PELD and how is it different from traditional disc surgery?

PELD (Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy) uses a 7mm incision and endoscope to remove herniated disc material. Unlike traditional surgery, it preserves muscle and bone, allows faster recovery (2-4 days vs 2-4 weeks), and can often be done as day surgery.

Will I need spinal fusion for my disc herniation?

Most disc herniations do NOT require fusion. Fusion is typically reserved for instability, significant deformity, or after multiple recurrences. Our surgeons prioritize motion-preserving techniques whenever possible.

How soon can I fly home after spine surgery?

For PELD: typically 5-7 days. For fusion: 10-14 days for short flights, 3-4 weeks for long-haul. We provide detailed travel guidelines and can arrange medical escort if needed.

What about rehabilitation after I return home?

We provide detailed rehabilitation protocols, exercise videos, and remote PT consultation. We also coordinate with your local physiotherapist, providing them with surgical details and recommendations.