Spondylodiscitis or spine infections are caused by growth of pathogens on the vertebra or the inter-vertebral disc. Tuberculosis also has an effect on the vertebra and can lead to spinal deformity, pain and even paralysis in severe situations. Surgery in these situations are used to drain possible abysses and stabiles the spinal region.
Common Conditions Treated:
Spinal Tuberculosis (Pott's disease)
Bacterial Spinal Infections
Discitis
Osteomyelitis
Treatment Options:
Non-Surgical: Antibiotics, anti-tubercular medications, and physical therapy
Surgical: Decompression surgery, spinal stabilization, or infection drainage.
Dr. Mayukh Guha
MBBS, MS Orthopaedics (GOLD MEDALIST), FNB Spine Surgery (ISIC, New Delhi), FMISS, DNB (Orthopaedics), MRCS, MNAMS
Consultant Spine Surgeon in Siliguri, North Bengal
