Have Severe Stenosis And Degenerative Disc Disease. What Treatment Should Be Done?

Posted on Thu, 7 Feb 2013

Question: I have been rejected for the M6 ADR because I have severe stenosis and degenerative disc disease; right now I have 2 options open; Kelowna BC Fusion C5-6-7 Germany C4-5-6-7 decompression by anterior fusion with cage (Fidji by Zimmer) and plate Atlantis by Medtronic with introperative decision on hybrid intervention with DCI by Paradigm Spine. Questions OPTIONS?

Answered by Dr. Krishna Kumar (5 hours later)

Hi,

Thank you for your questions.

I understand your concern and the following are my comments:

1. Once ADR is opted out; then the next best option is fusion.

2. There are many options and each company has different product names.
All these products are available in USA and NA countries
Do you have any particular place in mind?

3. Washington university at 'St.Louis' is a good option to go to.

Let me know if you have other enquiries.

Regards

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Follow up: Dr. Krishna Kumar (40 minutes later)

what is the average cost in the US for a Fusion of C5-6-7
and I would like total cost no surprises
that was one reson for going to Germany I know what it will cost

Answered by Dr. Krishna Kumar (22 hours later)

As I am currently not practicing in USA, I do not have the up-to-date knowledge of expenses that incurs with such spine surgeries. I apologize about that.

I would be glad to address any of your other concerns.

Good luck!!

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad