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Lumbar Laminectomy (cont.)

Medical Author:
Bryan Sleigh, MD
Coauthor:
Ibrahim El Nihum, MD
Medical Editor:
Joseph A Salomone III, MD
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Richard Harrigan, MD

Next Steps

  • Most surgeons prefer to see you about 1 week after your operation to make sure the incision is healing well and that you are not having any postoperative complications.

  • If stitches or staples were used, the doctor usually will take them out at this time.

  • Most surgeons like to do a more comprehensive follow up in 4-8 weeks.

  • Often, your personal doctor also wants to see you during the first month after surgery.

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