Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) launched a two-day international workshop on Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) on Friday.

The Neuro Spine Society of Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Anatomy and Forensic Medicine departments of DMCH, organised the workshop at the Anatomy Dissection Hall of the college.

Dr. Md. Zahid Raihan, associate professor at DMCH, chaired the event. DMCH Principal Professor Dr Md. Kamrul Alam attended the programme as the chief guest.

The inauguration session featured faculty and surgeons from medical colleges and hospitals in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangladesh, who briefed attendees on the benefits and procedures of minimally invasive spine surgery.

International surgeons and consultants, including Dr. Thinesh Kumaran, Associate Professor Mark Tan, and Dr. Wayne Yap, attended the opening session.

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Describing the procedure, the doctors said ,this state-of-the-art spine surgery method involves performing surgery through small incisions. Patients experience less pain and can leave the hospital sooner. This technique uses lasers, small cameras, and specialised instruments to address spinal issues.

 “Small incisions reduce physical trauma, allowing patients to avoid prolonged bed rest and return to work sooner. This method results in less pain and bleeding compared to traditional approaches, and the risk of infection is significantly lower due to the use of modern instruments, they added.

Zahid said this programme aims to give people in the country access to training in MISS. This modern and reliable medical procedure could greatly enhance patients’ quality of life.