Scoliosis surgery in India is up to 85% less than the United States cost.
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spinal bones. Spine surgery can help to treat the severe bend of the spine. With the inventions in spine care, spine surgery proves to be highly safe and effective.[1]Express Healthcare Association of Spine Surgeons of India launches scoliosis screening… “Recent advances in spine surgery, including neuromonitoring, have helped make spinal surgery highly safe and effective today. Innovations in spine care and deformity surgery have also helped significantly improve outcomes.” View in Article
One can expect low-cost scoliosis surgery in India. The cost ranges between $15,000 and $20,000.
This post answers the top 10 FAQs about Scoliosis Surgery in India:
Overseas patients can save about 75 to 85% on the treatment. In the USA, scoliosis surgery ranges from $62,000 to 1,40,000, while it is less than $20,000 in India.
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$62,000 – 1,40,000 | $46,000 – 1,10,000 | $15,000 – 20,000 |
The cost of spine surgeries in India is much less than in the west. Along with low-cost, the success rate of fusion surgery in India is as high as 70%.[2]Medium Spine Surgery Success Rates India — To get rid out of the back pain “The Spine Surgery Success Rates India for Spinal fusion is around 60 to 70%, which is quite high….” View in Article The high success rate is one of the advantages of spinal curvature surgery in India.
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Spinal curvature surgery price in India is a fraction of the US cost. Also, travel costs are less in India compared to the west. The average daily cost of travel in India is as low as $31 compared to $223 in the US.[3]Elets News India’s medical tourism all set to witness glory days in 2020 “…compared to western countries like the US and UK…the daily cost of travel within India at an average is 31 dollars (about Rs 2,232) in contrast to 223 dollars (about Rs 16,056) in the United States.” View in Article
MTC hand-picked spine surgeons have 20 to 30 years of experience. They have treated many overseas patients. The spine surgeons in India teach and train many young spine surgeons from all over the world.[4]Indian Spine Journal From plaster beds to robotics… evolution of spine surgery in India/u> “Indian spine surgeons today are teaching and training a large number of young spine surgeons from both within and from outside the country.” View in Article
Our scoliosis surgery centers are certified hospitals in India. They make use of the most advanced technologies for world-class treatments for the spine.
MTC works with the best spine surgeons in India. Our spine surgeons have operated on a large number of scoliosis cases in all age groups. The centers also have state-of-the-art operation theatres.
India excels in postoperative care. The 30 days post-surgery mortality rate is as low as 1.4% in India, compared to 1.9% in the US.[5]Business Standard Indian medical travel market poised to reach Rs 65,000 crore: FICCI-EY “…the mortality rate after 30 days of surgery is less in India (1.4 per cent) compared to the United States (1.9 per cent) which shows the quality of post-operative care provided by the Indian health service providers.” View in Article
Based on the age and cause of the spinal curvature, some common types are:
Scoliosis correction surgery can be of two types:
1. Spine fusion surgery: The vertebrae are fused using a bone graft, rods, and screws. Eventually, they heal into a single bone.
2. Fusionless surgery: A cord stretches the curved spine. The screws placed on the curve’s outer side hold the cord.
SRS questionnaire helps to know the quality of life in scoliosis patients. Studies show that post scoliosis surgery:
The success rate depends on the type and the degree of the spinal curvature.
Type of Surgery | Success Rate |
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Spine Fusion Surgery[10] | 73% |
Fusionless Surgery[11] | 74% |
Thoracic Spine Surgery[12] | 76.9% |
Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion[13] | 90 – 95% |
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion[14] | 70% |
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion[14] | 70% |
Scoliosis surgeries today are safe with better outcomes.[15]Spine-health.com Scoliosis Surgery: Potential Risks and Complications “Scoliosis surgeries today tend to be safer and achieve better outcomes than ever before….” View in Article However, any surgery close to the spinal cord has a few risks. The risks and side effects could include:[16]MedlinePlus Scoliosis surgery in children “Bleeding, blood clots…Blood loss that requires a transfusion, Gallstones…inflammation of the pancreas…Intestinal obstruction (blockage)…Nerve injury causing muscle weakness…Fusion does not heal…New spine problems may develop…back pain and make the disks break down (disk degeneration)…” View in Article
You can get your detailed treatment schedule from your medical team in India. Our case manager will take care of all your treatment needs until you reach home.
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Note: You can get video consultations from our spine surgeons in India before visiting. |
Note: Spinal fusion surgery requires a bone graft. Generally, the surgeon places small pieces of bone between the vertebrae. The bone graft helps the spine bones to fuse or heal together.[19]OrthoInfo AAOS Surgical Treatment for Scoliosis “…spinal fusions use some bone material, called a bone graft, to help promote the fusion…small pieces of bone are placed into the spaces between the vertebrae to be fused. The bone grows together — similar to when a broken bone heals.” View in Article
Treatment Itinerary
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Your doctor will decide the duration of the hospital stay based on your health condition post-surgery. The timeline will vary for each person. The routine for the patient could be[20]Spine-health.com Postoperative Care for Spinal Fusion Surgery “Spinal Fusion Recovery Time… Hospital Care After Spinal Fusion Surgery (2 to 4 Days)…Spinal Fusion Surgery Recovery: After Discharge (First Few Days)…1 to 4 Weeks After…1 to 3 Months After…3 Months and After…” View in Article:
Remember, these instructions from surgeons are on a case-by-case basis. Always consult your spine surgeon before getting back to more extreme activities. Our case managers can help to contact your spine surgeon in India post-surgery.
Patients can return to some daily activities in 2-4 weeks. However, the full recovery can take up to 6-12 months. It is slow and steady progress achieved by following a care plan outlined by the medical team.
India offers many healthy spots to go on sight-seeing before the treatment. Patients also visit India for its traditional practices of healing. These include Ayurveda and Yoga.
MTC facilitates low-cost scoliosis surgery in India at various hospitals. We can help you find top specialists for scoliosis treatment abroad.
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