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There are several types of lumbar surgery used to treat various conditions of the spine and lower back region.

Laminectomy: This procedure involves removing a part of the bony sheet that covers the spinal cord and spinal nerves. It is used to relieve pressure on nerves caused by conditions such as spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or abnormal bone growth.

Discectomy: In a discectomy, part or all of an intervertebral disc that is compressing the spinal nerves is removed. This procedure is primarily used to treat a herniated disc or bulging disc.

Spinal fusion: Spinal fusion involves joining two or more vertebrae of the spine together to stabilize the spine and relieve pain. It is used in cases of disc degeneration, spondylolisthesis, vertebral fractures or spinal deformities.

Microdiscectomy: Microdiscectomy is a variant of discectomy that uses a smaller incision and a microscope or surgical magnifier to remove a herniated disc. This minimizes damage to surrounding tissues and speeds recovery.

Decompression surgery: This general term refers to any procedure that relieves compression of the spinal nerves in the lumbar spine. It may include laminectomy, foraminotomy (widening of the canal where the nerves pass), or discectomy, depending on the patient's needs.

Deformity Correction Surgery: In cases of scoliosis, kyphosis, or other spinal deformities, corrective surgeries can be performed to align and stabilize the spine.

Vertebral fracture surgery: When a fracture of a lumbar vertebra occurs due to a traumatic injury or medical condition, surgery is sometimes required to stabilize the fracture.

The choice of type of lumbar surgery depends on the patient's specific condition, the severity of symptoms, and other individual factors.

Before undergoing any surgery, it is crucial to discuss all treatment options and risks with an orthopedic surgeon or neurosurgeon specializing in spine surgery and receive a complete evaluation to determine the best treatment strategy.