Prof. Dr. Yunus Aydın is at the forefront of spinal health innovation, providing leading-edge medical care and pioneering new treatments for back pain with his extensive surgical expertise and unwavering commitment to spinal care.
With a distinguished record of over 2800 aneurysm procedures and upwards of 400 AVM surgeries, Prof. Dr. Yunus Aydın is esteemed for his tailored approach to patient care, consistently prioritizing patient welfare and satisfaction throughout the recovery trajectory.
Aydın’s Groundbreaking Spinal Surgery Protocol
The Groundbreaking Spinal Surgery Protocol devised by Prof. Dr. Yunus Aydın signifies a pivotal advancement in spinal surgery, introducing specific interventions for spinal stenosis and spinal cord compression that forego the use of metallic implants, thus considerably reducing the risk to surrounding tissues. This protocol encompasses same-day services for disc herniations, non-surgical alternatives for cervical disc herniation, and robust solutions for spinal canal stenosis due to cervical calcification.
Employing a unilateral method for bilateral decompression in spinal stenosis, Prof. Dr. Yunus Aydın has adeptly used this protocol in more than 4,000 cases over the last 23 years. “Our goal is to preserve the natural structure and mobility of the spine while providing more room to squeezed spinal nerves,” he explains. He sheds light on the prevalence of spinal stenosis in older populations and the conventional surgical trend towards instrumented methods, which involve lengthy and invasive surgeries, thus delaying the patient’s recuperation. He proposes more streamlined, less invasive surgeries for older patients to lessen postoperative complications, underscoring the significance of early mobility post-surgery.
“By using a unilateral approach, on the symptomatic side, we can decompress the spinal canal stenosis and clean disc herniations effectively, minimizing the risk of ‘Adjacent Segment Disease’ and ensuring a faster return to normal life for our patients.” This approach is also viable for multi-level stenosis through a single incision, without undermining the structural stability of the spine.
Creating a Natural Passage on the Spinal Side
For the treatment of spinal stenosis, Prof. Dr. Yunus Aydın employs an innovative technique that avoids the issues associated with traditional screw and rod systems. While these conventional approaches are suitable for managing traumatic fractures or spinal conditions arising from tumour growth, they can alter the spine’s biomechanics, often necessitating further surgical interventions.
Leveraging his broad experience from over 10,000 surgeries, Prof. Dr. Yunus Aydın’s method involves establishing a natural passage on one side of the spine to facilitate necessary surgeries without compromising spinal stability. This technique preserves joint mobility and prevents the development of adjacent segment disease, with most patients being discharged within a day of their spinal surgery.
Ensuring Rapid Recovery Through Minimally Invasive Techniques
“The key to successful spinal surgery lies in respecting the integrity of the spine’s supporting structures,” Prof. Dr. Yunus Aydın remarks. By using advanced surgical instruments such as the high-speed drill and Kairison bone cutter, these procedures can be executed in a manner that is less invasive, curtails bleeding, and optimizes outcomes. Moreover, by retaining the yellow ligament in microdiscectomy, the operation minimizes tissue damage, thus decreasing the potential for nerve adhesions and the risk of failed back surgery syndrome.
Patients undergoing these cutting-edge spinal surgeries can expect markedly shorter hospital stays, with many being discharged either on the day of or the following day. The majority of patients resume their regular activities within 15 days, highlighting the minimally invasive nature of these surgical interventions.
