Spinal Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital

Spinal Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital provides specialized surgical evaluation and treatment for complex conditions affecting the spine, spinal cord and nerve roots. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may include spinal decompression, fusion, tumor surgery, minimally invasive procedures and multidisciplinary spine care.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost depends on the spinal condition, complexity of surgery, imaging, surgical technique, anesthesia, hospitalization, implants and postoperative rehabilitation required. A personalized estimate is provided according to the patient's treatment plan.

Complete Description

What Is Spinal Neurosurgery?

Spinal Neurosurgery focuses on surgical treatment of selected conditions affecting the:

• Spinal cord

• Nerve roots

• Cervical spine

• Thoracic spine

• Lumbar spine

• Spinal structures

Surgery is considered when it is clinically appropriate based on the patient's condition.

Who May Need Spinal Neurosurgery?

Patients may be evaluated for surgery for conditions such as:

• Spinal cord compression

• Herniated discs

• Spinal stenosis

• Spinal tumors

• Certain spinal deformities

• Nerve compression

• Complex spinal disorders

Spine & Neurological Evaluation

Before surgery, specialists may review:

• Symptoms

• Neurological examination

• MRI/CT scans

• Previous treatments

• Medical history

• Previous spine surgery

• Medications

Cervical Spine Surgery

Surgery may be considered for selected conditions affecting the neck and cervical spinal cord or nerves.

Potential procedures may include:

• Decompression

• Cervical fusion

• Tumor surgery

• Other specialized procedures

Thoracic Spine Surgery

Thoracic spinal procedures may be used for selected conditions involving the middle portion of the spine, spinal cord or nerve structures.

Lumbar Spine Surgery

Surgery may be considered for selected lumbar conditions such as:

• Nerve compression

• Spinal stenosis

• Herniated discs

• Certain structural abnormalities

Spinal Cord Compression

Spinal cord compression can result from tumors, degenerative conditions, trauma or other structural problems.

When surgery is appropriate, the goal may be to decompress and protect neurological function.

Spinal Stenosis Surgery

Selected patients with significant spinal stenosis and appropriate symptoms may undergo surgical decompression.

Herniated Disc Surgery

For certain patients whose symptoms do not adequately improve with conservative treatment, surgical procedures may be considered to relieve pressure on affected nerves.

Spinal Tumor Surgery

Neurosurgeons may treat selected tumors involving:

• Spinal cord

• Nerve roots

• Vertebrae

• Surrounding spinal structures

Treatment may involve surgery, radiation therapy, medical oncology or combinations of treatments depending on the tumor.

Spinal Fusion

For selected conditions, spinal fusion may be used to stabilize affected spinal segments.

The need for fusion depends on the diagnosis and surgical plan.

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

When appropriate, minimally invasive approaches may be considered to reduce tissue disruption and support recovery.

Suitability depends on the specific spinal condition.

Complex Spine Surgery

Patients with complicated spinal disorders or previous spine surgery may require specialized multidisciplinary assessment and surgical planning.

Spinal Surgery Imaging

Preoperative evaluation may include:

• MRI

• CT

• X-ray

• Other specialized imaging

Imaging helps determine the location and severity of spinal abnormalities.

Intraoperative Monitoring

For selected complex spinal procedures, neurological monitoring may be used during surgery to help assess important neural structures.

Postoperative Spine Care

After surgery, patients may receive monitoring for:

• Neurological function

• Pain

• Mobility

• Surgical-site healing

• Imaging findings

• Potential complications

Spinal Rehabilitation

Recovery may include:

• Physical therapy

• Occupational therapy

• Mobility training

• Strengthening exercises

• Functional rehabilitation

Spinal Neurosurgery Second Opinion

Patients may seek a spinal neurosurgery second opinion regarding:

• Whether surgery is necessary

• Surgical approach

• Spinal fusion

• Decompression

• Tumor surgery

• Risks and expected outcomes

• Alternative treatment options

International Patients

International patients should provide relevant medical records whenever possible.

Useful documents may include:

• MRI/CT scans

• X-rays

• Neurological reports

• Previous surgical records

• Pathology reports when applicable

• Medication list

• Laboratory results

Benefits of Specialized Spinal Neurosurgery

Specialized spine services may provide:

• Detailed neurological evaluation

• Advanced imaging review

• Personalized surgical planning

• Complex spine surgery

• Minimally invasive procedures when appropriate

• Tumor surgery

• Postoperative monitoring

• Rehabilitation coordination

Why Choose Massachusetts General Hospital for Spinal Neurosurgery?

Massachusetts General Hospital provides specialized neurosurgical and spine care for complex conditions involving the spinal cord, nerve roots and spine, with multidisciplinary collaboration when patients require neurological, orthopedic, oncology or rehabilitation expertise.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

Potential costs may include:

• Neurosurgical consultation

• MRI/CT

• Preoperative testing

• Anesthesia

• Spine surgery

• Implants when required

• Hospitalization

• Postoperative imaging

• Rehabilitation

• Follow-up care

A personalized cost estimate should be requested according to the patient's diagnosis and surgical requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What conditions can require spinal neurosurgery?

Selected patients with spinal cord compression, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, spinal tumors and other complex spinal disorders may require surgery.

2. Is spinal surgery always necessary for back or neck pain?

No. Many spinal conditions can initially be managed without surgery. Surgery is considered when clinically appropriate.

3. What is spinal decompression?

Spinal decompression is surgery designed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots.

4. What is spinal fusion?

Spinal fusion is a procedure used in selected cases to stabilize spinal segments.

5. How much does spinal neurosurgery cost?

Price is available on request. Costs depend on the diagnosis, surgical procedure, imaging, hospitalization, implants and rehabilitation requirements.

Product Details

Product Name: Spinal Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital

Hospital: Massachusetts General Hospital

Brand: Massachusetts General Hospital

Country: United States

Specialty: Neurology & Neurosurgery

Service Type: Spinal Neurosurgery

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Available

Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA