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The aim is to present a rare surgical case of lumbar disc herniation during late pregnancy and evaluate its feasibility.

August 5, 2026CureusOpen Access

Surgical Management of Lumbar Disc Herniation in Late Pregnancy Under General Anesthesia in the Prone Position: A Case Report

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Case report demonstrates successful surgery for lumbar disc herniation in late pregnancy, indicating potential for similar cases.

The aim is to present a rare surgical case of lumbar disc herniation during late pregnancy and evaluate its feasibility.
Emergency posterior lumbar discectomy performed under general anesthesia in the prone position.
Utilized a four-point support table and hammock-style abdominal suspension for decompression.
Continuous cardiotocography monitoring during the procedure.
Leg pain improved immediately after anesthesia emergence.
Fetal status remained stable throughout the surgery.
Patient delivered a healthy boy post-surgery.

Okuyama et al. (2026) studied this question.

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