Lumbar stenosis surgery safety?

Yes: This surgery, like any surgery, has indications that must be evaluated in terms of each patient with respect to benefits v risks involved. This is based on the age, comorbidities(other health issues) & expectations of that patient in terms of the anticipated outcome. The surgery is elective so the patient should be optimized: stop smoking, lose weight if needed and have a rigorous preop checkup.

Very safe: Most of these surgeries are done on an out patient basis w/ the patient returning to work w/in few days. These surgeries are done on a minimally invasive fashion w/ typically excellent results.

Common problem: For patients that have failed appropriate conservative care, surgery can be very beneficial. A thorough work up is required. The most common surgical treatment is a laminectomy. The success rate is good. Check out spinehealth .Com.

There are risks,: Your surgeon will list them before consenting