We are happy to share the success story of 28-year-old Nigerian national, Mr. Bello, who recently underwent Gurgaon's first Baguera Lumbar Disc Replacement from Dr. Rajesh Verma, a leading spine surgeon at Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram.

Mr. Bello had been having lower back and leg pain due to disc degeneration at L5-S1 for years and was consulting doctors not only in India but also abroad for the same. Almost all the consultants recommended that he have spinal fusion surgery, which would have made him more rigid in the back and less mobile. He would also expose himself to higher risks of revision surgery in his old age.

We felt Mr. Bello was best suited for Lumbar Disc Replacement (LDR) rather than fusion surgery. LDR is an exceptionally advanced procedure with the added benefit of maintaining motion and flexibility and is particularly appealing for younger patients like Mr. Bello. Dr. Verma, being the first spine surgeon in Gurgaon to perform this state-of-the-art surgery, opted for this approach to maintain his active lifestyle without further causing him pain.

In this process, the innovative Baguera Lumbar Disc is a science-engineered implant that closely mimics the natural motion of the spine, providing a strong and flexible alternative to the degeneration of the intervertebral disc. This technique avoids all the complications of traditional fusion surgery, which include increased stiffness in the back and accelerated wear and tear on adjacent spinal segments, known as adjacent segment degeneration.

The procedure involved an anterior, minimally invasive approach and required a small incision near the abdomen. Between the affected vertebrae, two titanium plates with a mobile plastic component were inserted to ensure the integrity of the affected part's natural spinal movement while relieving pressure on the degenerated disc. The most significant benefit of this procedure is the lack of impairment to the muscles, ligaments, and bones in the back, resulting in a more rapid recovery and a far improved long-term outcome than spinal fusion.

The surgery was a complete success. Mr. Bello found instant relief from his pains and complete restoration by the next day. His recovery was quick, and he soon returned to his day-to-day activities, free from the pain and discomfort that had impacted him for years.

Lumbar Disc Replacement is a highly innovative procedure designed for younger patients with up to three levels of disc degeneration, up to the age of 55. This advanced treatment offers a promising alternative to spinal fusion, mainly for those patients who don't want to lose their spinal mobility and to avoid future complications.

At Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, we offer all of the latest advances in spinal care tailored to our patient's needs. If you are considering lumbar disc replacement or need some information about your spine health, Dr. Rajesh Verma and his team will be happy to walk you through your choices and discuss what best suits your needs. For consultation details or lumbar disc replacement, you can call 18003094444 or visit Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram today.