Spinal Neurosurgery at Karolinska University Hospital

Spinal Neurosurgery provides specialized surgical evaluation and treatment for selected conditions affecting the spine, spinal cord and nerves. Care may include assessment of spinal compression, spinal tumors, spinal cord disorders and other complex neurological conditions requiring advanced neurosurgical management.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of spinal neurosurgery varies according to the type and severity of the spinal condition, diagnostic imaging, complexity of the surgical procedure, anesthesia, hospitalization, rehabilitation and follow-up requirements. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is Spinal Neurosurgery?

Spinal Neurosurgery focuses on surgical treatment of conditions affecting the spine, spinal cord and associated nerves.

Treatment may address:

• Spinal cord compression

• Nerve compression

• Spinal tumors

• Spinal instability

• Structural spinal abnormalities

• Complex spinal neurological conditions

Who May Need Spinal Neurosurgery?

Specialist spinal neurosurgical assessment may be considered for patients with:

• Persistent back pain with neurological symptoms

• Nerve compression

• Spinal cord compression

• Limb weakness

• Numbness or altered sensation

• Walking difficulties

• Spinal tumors

• Complex spinal conditions

Surgery is considered only when clinically appropriate.

Spinal Neurological Evaluation

Assessment may include:

• Medical history

• Neurological examination

• Assessment of strength

• Reflex testing

• Sensory examination

• Walking and balance assessment

• Review of previous treatment

• Review of spinal imaging

Spinal Imaging

Advanced imaging may be used to identify the cause and severity of spinal problems.

Investigations may include:

• MRI

• CT scan

• X-rays

• Other specialized spinal imaging

Imaging helps specialists evaluate the spinal cord, nerves, vertebrae and surrounding structures.

Spinal Cord Compression

Spinal cord compression can affect neurological function and may require urgent specialist assessment in certain situations.

Symptoms may include:

• Weakness

• Numbness

• Balance problems

• Walking difficulties

• Changes in coordination

• Changes in bladder or bowel function

Treatment depends on the underlying cause.

Nerve Compression Treatment

Selected patients with significant nerve compression may require surgical treatment to relieve pressure on affected nerves.

Treatment planning depends on:

• Location of compression

• Severity of symptoms

• Imaging findings

• Neurological function

• Previous treatment

Spinal Tumor Surgery

Spinal neurosurgery may be used for selected tumors involving the:

• Spinal cord

• Spinal canal

• Nerve roots

• Vertebral structures

Surgical goals may include tumor removal or biopsy, neurological preservation and relief of spinal compression when appropriate.

Spinal Decompression Surgery

Selected patients may undergo spinal decompression to relieve pressure affecting the spinal cord or nerves.

The appropriate surgical approach depends on the location and cause of compression.

Complex Spinal Surgery

Complex spinal conditions may require coordinated assessment involving:

• Neurosurgeons

• Neurologists

• Neuroradiologists

• Orthopedic specialists

• Rehabilitation professionals

• Other specialists when appropriate

Preoperative Assessment

Before spinal neurosurgery, patients may undergo:

• Neurological examination

• MRI or CT

• Laboratory testing

• Anesthesia assessment

• Medication review

• Cardiovascular evaluation when appropriate

• Detailed surgical planning

Spinal Neurosurgical Procedures

Depending on the diagnosis, surgery may involve procedures designed to:

• Decompress the spinal cord

• Relieve nerve compression

• Treat spinal tumors

• Stabilize affected spinal structures

• Address selected structural abnormalities

The exact procedure is determined after specialist assessment.

Postoperative Spinal Care

Following surgery, patients may require monitoring of:

• Neurological function

• Muscle strength

• Sensation

• Movement

• Pain

• Surgical site

• Mobility

• Recovery progress

Spinal Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation may support:

• Walking

• Strength

• Balance

• Mobility

• Coordination

• Independence

• Return to daily activities

The rehabilitation plan depends on the patient's neurological condition and surgical procedure.

Long-Term Follow-Up

Follow-up may include:

• Neurological examinations

• MRI or CT

• Assessment of neurological recovery

• Pain management

• Mobility assessment

• Rehabilitation

• Monitoring for recurrence in tumor cases

Spinal Neurosurgery Second Opinion

Patients may seek a spinal neurosurgery second opinion regarding:

• Recommended spinal surgery

• MRI or CT findings

• Spinal cord compression

• Nerve compression

• Spinal tumors

• Previous spinal surgery

• Alternative treatment options

Relevant imaging and medical records can be reviewed by specialists.

International Patient Spinal Neurosurgery

International patients seeking spinal neurosurgery in Sweden should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• MRI or CT scans

• Radiology reports

• Neurology reports

• Neurosurgical reports

• Previous surgical records

• Medication list

• Laboratory results

• Rehabilitation reports

Complete documentation can help specialists evaluate the condition and determine an appropriate treatment pathway.

Benefits of Specialized Spinal Neurosurgery

Specialized spinal neurosurgical care may help:

• Evaluate complex spinal conditions

• Assess spinal cord compression

• Treat selected nerve-compression conditions

• Treat selected spinal tumors

• Perform spinal decompression when appropriate

• Support neurological recovery

• Coordinate rehabilitation

• Provide specialist second opinions

Why Choose Karolinska University Hospital for Spinal Neurosurgery?

Karolinska University Hospital is a major university hospital in Sweden providing specialized neurological, neurosurgical and multidisciplinary care.

Patients with complex spinal or spinal-cord conditions may be evaluated through relevant specialist services according to their diagnosis, medical needs and eligibility.

The specific surgical approach depends on specialist assessment.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the spinal condition and the type and complexity of treatment required.

Potential costs may include:

• Neurosurgical consultation

• MRI or CT

• Preoperative investigations

• Anesthesia

• Spinal neurosurgery

• Pathology when required

• Hospitalization

• Postoperative monitoring

• Rehabilitation

• Follow-up imaging

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What conditions can spinal neurosurgery treat?

Spinal neurosurgery may be used for selected conditions affecting the spinal cord, nerves and spine, including certain compressive disorders and spinal tumors.

2. Does every spinal condition require surgery?

No. Many spinal conditions can be managed without surgery. A specialist evaluation determines whether surgical treatment is appropriate.

3. What imaging is usually used before spinal neurosurgery?

MRI is commonly used to assess the spinal cord and nerves, while CT and other imaging may be recommended depending on the condition.

4. Can I get a spinal neurosurgery second opinion in Sweden?

Patients may request specialist review of their spinal imaging, diagnosis and proposed surgical treatment, subject to applicable hospital requirements.

5. Can international patients receive spinal neurosurgery in Sweden?

International patients may request specialist assessment and treatment subject to applicable hospital processes, medical requirements, eligibility and program availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Spinal Neurosurgery

Hospital: Karolinska University Hospital

Brand: Karolinska University Hospital

Country: Sweden

Specialty: Neurology & Neurosurgery

Service Type: Spinal Neurosurgery

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and program requirements

Location: Stockholm, Sweden