Awake Spine Surgery in Hyderabad
Awake endoscopic spine surgery lets selected high-risk or elderly patients avoid general anaesthesia while receiving decompression or discectomy. I perform these procedures at Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet using regional blocks, conscious sedation, and neuromonitoring. Your recovery plan is individual.
Who benefits most
- • Patients with cardiac, lung, or metabolic risk factors who should minimise general anaesthesia exposure.
- • Elderly patients needing lumbar stenosis decompression or herniated disc removal.
- • Patients who prefer to avoid general anaesthesia, where suitable.
How the awake endoscopic approach works
We use a spinal or epidural block with light IV sedation. You breathe on your own and do not feel pain. A 6–8 mm working channel endoscope allows targeted decompression with minimal muscle disruption. Throughout the procedure, we monitor comfort, leg movement, and nerve signals throughout.
When we choose an awake plan
- • Lumbar stenosis or disc prolapse needing short-segment decompression
- • Patients with sleep apnoea, COPD, or heart disease where GA risk is higher
- • Prior anaesthesia intolerance (severe nausea, confusion, or agitation)
- • Patient preference to avoid general anaesthesia, where suitable
Procedure flow
- Pre-op assessment with anaesthesia and cardiac clearance when needed.
- Regional block with light sedation; continuous monitoring of comfort.
- Endoscopic decompression through a keyhole 6–8 mm port.
- Leg movement check in OT; walking with the physiotherapist when the team judges it safe.
- Discharge timing decided by the team for each patient; tele-follow-up at 48 hours.
Cost and logistics
Awake endoscopic procedures typically mirror our minimally invasive spine packages; the final bill depends on length of stay, which is decided by the team for each patient. Insurance and cashless options are available; share your MRI and policy details to receive a personalised estimate.
What to expect after surgery
- • Walking timing decided by the team; guided physiotherapy before discharge.
- • Return to desk work planned for each patient.
- • Clear wound-care plan and 24/7 helpline for concerns.
- • Follow-up at 48 hours (tele), day 7, and day 30 with customised rehab.
Schedule an awake spine consult
Share your MRI and symptoms to confirm if an awake endoscopic approach is right for you. Anaesthesia risks are discussed with you before any decision.
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Sources & Evidence
- North American Spine Society – Perioperative Considerations for Spine Surgery
- Journal of Spine Surgery – Awake Spine Surgery Review
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Sayuj KrishnanConsultant Neurosurgeon, Yashoda Hospital MalakpetLast reviewed 24 October 2025
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Please consult with Dr. Sayuj for personalized medical guidance.