HOW LONG WILL MY HOSPITAL STAY BE?

2020-11-17T14:48:07+00:00November 17th, 2020||

Your hospital stay is based on your specific diagnosis, any pre-existing medical problems, and the type of surgery you are having. Patients undergoing lumbar spine fusions or total lumbar disc replacement, typically stay 2-3 days in the hospital. Cervical fusions or total cervical disc replacement patients are discharged the morning after surgery. Patients admitted for […]

WILL I NEED BLOOD?

2020-11-17T14:43:44+00:00November 17th, 2020||

Typically, most spine patients do not need a blood transfusion after surgery. You may be asked to donate your own blood prior to surgery if you are at high risk for needing a blood transfusion. Discuss your options concerning donating your own blood or using community blood bank supply with your surgeon.

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