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Transfacet Laminoforaminoplasty

This is a discussion on Transfacet Laminoforaminoplasty within the Emerging Spine Surgery Technologies forums, part of the Spine Surgery Support category; I received a "courtesy review" (meaning not a formal consult) from MicroSpine in Florida. They believe my foraminal stenosis is ...

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    Question Mark Transfacet Laminoforaminoplasty

    I received a "courtesy review" (meaning not a formal consult) from MicroSpine in Florida. They believe my foraminal stenosis is the most likely cause ... and they recommend Transfacet Laminoforaminoplasty. An explanation of the procedure was not provided and all I know so far is that it is a minimally invasive, endoscopic procedure. A google search turned up pretty dry, which is very unusual. Of course, I will ask them to explain the procedure in detail, but any independent information about the procedure would sure be helpful.

    I will say that after having had invasive spinal surgery, I sure like the ideal of minimally invasive

    But unfortunately, it would only address one of the three main spinal problems I have so I'm just not sure if it's the best solution. It would also help to have an insurance authorization in my hands as well.

    One of my best friends in high school referred me to MicroSpine because she received measurable relief from the procedure they did for her. I am curious if anyone else has experience with them or has had this procedure. If so, I would really appreciate hearing from you.

    Thanks,

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    Last edited by WPKat; 03-12-2010 at 12:24 AM.
    Diagnosis
    L3/L4 M6-L ADR; severe bilateral facet joint arthropathy - sclerotic; moderate foraminal stenosis (r)
    L4/L5 M6-L ADR; severe bilateral facet joint arthropathy - sclerotic; posterior decompression
    L5/S1 bilateral hemisacralized

    Procedures or Diagnostics
    3/09 L3/L4 - L4/L5 Laminectomy; L4/L5 w Disectomy
    7/09 Facet Joint Inj, Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation: 4Left
    4/10 Discogram

    6/10 L3/L4 - L4/L5 M6-L ADR
    8/11 L5 Epidural Steriod Inj: 1Left
    10/11 CT Myleogram

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    Default Re: Transfacet Laminoforaminoplasty

    This method is developed by renowned Dr Martin Knight from UK. This is state of the art percutaneous procedure, I rate it highly and recommend it to you.

    All best

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