Microdiscectomy Surgery Quiz
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Which part of the spine does a microdiscectomy target?

  • The nerves
  • The muscles
  • The discs (correct)
  • The bones

What is a herniated disc?

  • A spinal disc bulging or rupturing causing pain. (correct)
  • A damaged bone in the spine
  • A damaged muscle in the spine
  • A damaged nerve in the spine

What is the purpose of a microdiscectomy?

  • To improve mobility in the spine
  • To repair broken bones in the spine
  • To relieve pressure on the nerves in the spine (correct)
  • To remove damaged muscles in the spine

When might a microdiscectomy be recommended?

<p>If rest and medication have not improved symptoms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of patients experience significant improvement after a microdiscectomy?

<p>80-90% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which surgical option is described as joining two or more spine bones together to prevent independent movement?

<p>Spinal fusion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of disc replacement surgery?

<p>To maintain normal motion in the spine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When might fusion or disc replacement surgeries be considered?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of physical therapy and healthy lifestyle choices after surgery?

<p>To maintain the benefits of surgery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is spinal fusion surgery described?

<p>Like welding two pieces of metal together (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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