The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- general neurological examination
- neuropsychological tests
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- inflammatory indicators (CRP,ESR)
- indicators of coagulation of blood
- tumor markers
- CT scan of spinal cord (on indication 650 €)
- MRI scan of spinal cord (on indication 1200 €)
- nursing services
- consultation of all leading experts
- explanation of individual treatment plan
- written statement
Required documents
- Medical records
- X-ray examination, MRI/CT scan (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Spinal Pathology at the JSC Medicina Clinic, headed by Candidate of Medical Science Andrei Nikolayevich Baklanov, specializes in the safest surgical treatment of spinal pathologies by combining a high level of diagnostics with high-tech equipment of the operating room. The peculiarity of the department is a unique method of treating neuromuscular scoliosis.
All operations are performed under neurophysiological monitoring of the spinal cord conduction, which ensures the best possible safety of the patient's sensitive and motor function. There are used cutting-edge implantable constructions made from a new class of biocompatible materials, which makes it possible not to limit the motor activities and not to use an external corset in the postoperative period. In this case, one can sit, get up, walk the next day after all operations. The average duration of hospitalization is 3-5 days.
The Department of Spinal Pathology under the direction of Dr. Baklanov A.N. performs all types of spine surgeries:
- Outpatient surgery (hospital stay up to 3 hours) - radiofrequency ablation for chronic pain in the spine; percutaneous removal of subligamentous lumbar disk hernia (hydroplastic disk (SpineJet ™); vertebroplasty for uncomplicated stable compression fracture, osteoporosis, hemangioma
- Minimally invasive surgery for lumbar herniated disc, lateral stenosis of the vertebral canal with periradicular reconstruction of the lateral pocket and application of an anti-adhesion gel under either epidural or endotracheal anesthesia. The duration of hospitalization is 1 day, without any restrictions of motor activities in the postoperative period.
- Microsurgical procedures for hernias and cervical spinal stenosis with the use of the rear and (or) front dynamic and (or) static implants.
- Microsurgical decompression of the lumbar spinal canal in case of central stenosis.
- Transpedicular stabilization of the spine when displaced (spondylolisthesis) by means of PLIF, ALIF, TLIF, XLIF.
- Reconstructive surgery for traumatic spinal injuries
- Operations for spinal cord and spinal tumors
- Rear corrective transpedicular screw spondylodesis (+SPO, PSO, VCR) for spinal deformities of various etiologies at any age: post-traumatic kyphosis, Scheuermann’s disease, Bechterew's disease, idiopathic, congenital, neuromuscular scoliosis (SMA, cerebral palsy, Duchenne muscular atrophy)
Photo of the doctor: (c) Clinic JSC "Medicine"
About hospital
Founded in 1990, the JSC Medicina Clinic is an interdisciplinary medical center, which includes a polyclinic, an interdisciplinary inpatient clinic, round-the-clock emergency medical services and the state-of-the-art Sofia Cancer Center. With more than 300 doctors, the clinic offers a wide range of medical services. Within the framework of the Institute of Consultants, counseling is provided by academicians and corresponding members of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), professors and leading specialists in various fields of medicine.
In total, the clinic covers 69 medical focuses and specializes in oncology (diagnostics, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and surgery), pediatrics, polyclinic and gynecological surgery, cardiology and cardiac surgery, ophthalmology and ophthalmic surgery, urology, trauma surgery and orthopedics, etc. In addition, there are offered various options of assisted reproductive medicine, including IVF.
The JSC Medicina is the first Russian clinic accredited in accordance with the international standards of quality of medical care JCI (Joint Commission International is the most objective and prestigious international accreditation in the field of healthcare). Also, the clinic is certified according to the international quality management standards ISO 9001: 2008 and was awarded for the excellence of the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) in the EFQM Awards in Brussels in 2012.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patient rooms are more reminiscent of suites of four- and five-star hotels than hospital wards. The employees of the clinic try to do their best to make patients feel comfortable and cozy.
For the most demanding customers, the clinic offers two deluxe wards equipped with a real fireplace and many other small things that even the discerning guests will appreciate.
Every room has multipurpose furniture, spacious wardrobe, TV, telephone, bathroom, and some patient rooms even have a refrigerator. If desired, it is possible to have access to the Internet and a DVD player.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Religion
Christian priests are available for the patients at any time. Representatives of other religions may be requested at any time.
Hotel
You may stay at the hotel during the outpatient program. Our employees will support you for selecting the best option.