What is involved in the removal of Coccyx?
When removing Coccyx, the surgeon will work on the patient under general anesthesia to completely remove Coccyx, also known as the tail bone. This procedure, formally known as coccygectomy, is usually used to treat chronic pain, which does not respond to other treatment or to treat the tail cancer. Recovery may take months and the patient may cause significant pain during recovery.
Before performing the Coccyx removal operation, the patient is carefully evaluated. Medical imaging studies of Coccyx and surgeon will meet the patient to see if the patient is a good candidate. In the case of cancer where cancer has penetrated the bone, the removal procedure may be necessary for the treatment of cancer. For chronic pain conditions, the removal of Coccyx is generally considered to be therapeutic option for the last option, and the surgeon will want to meet the patient to confirm that the patient has tried further Jaans treatment and did not work. In the hospital it turns into the dress and may be asked to wash the bike areaEm tail bones, although it will be deleted in the operating room again. The intravenous lines are inserted to ensure access to the patient's veins and introduce drugs and the patient is placed in anesthesia. The Coccyx removal operation takes about an hour.
After surgery patients usually cannot sit or lie on their backs without severe pain. Supporting pillows and other AIDS can be used to help patients feel more comfortable, and will be encouraged to take a position associated with minimal pain. As the patient recover, analgesic drugs can also be offered. This back surgery carries the risk of infection and the patient must take good care of surgery, especially careful for the Avoid faecal contamination of the place caused by poor hygiene.
In the first few months after the removal of Coccyx, patients may notice an increase in pain and discomfort. After the initial stages of healing should be recorded afterDisapable improvement. The pain levels should decrease and the patient will be able to sit and lie comfortably in addition to engaging in normal activities. Patients with chronic pain who did not respond to other treatment may find that their quality of life is significantly improving after surgery.