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Spinal Tap in Spain

Hospitals, clinics and medical centers in Spain who offer Spinal Tap for treatment of Hydrocephalus.

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At a glance

Key planning information for this type of hydrocephalus treatment in Spain.

On requestQuoted per case
13 hospitalsList Hydrocephalus Treatment
3 typesOf hydrocephalus treatment

Spinal Tap in Spain is priced per case; 13 hospitals in Spain list Hydrocephalus Treatment. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.

About this procedure

Spinal tap is also referred to as lumbar puncture. In this procedure a thin needle is inserted between the bones in the lower spine region to remove the cerebrospinal fluid. Once the fluid is collected, the needle is removed and the area is bandaged. The collected fluid may be sent for lab testing.
 
How to Prepare for Spinal Tap
  • The patient may need to give some blood tests.
  • The patient should inform the doctor about any medical conditions and illnesses and medication that the patient may be taking.
  • Some medication that the patient is taking may be stopped

A type of hydrocephalus treatment. Read the full description of hydrocephalus treatment.

About Procedure

Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.

Duration of surgery/treatment
Approximately 30 minutes.
Days admitted
None. Spinal tap is performed as an outpatient procedure.
Anesthesia
Spinal anesthesia.
Recovery
- The patient is required to lie flat on the back for some while to reduce the chances of headaches.
- The puncture area may be painful for 1 to 2 days.
Risks
The risks associated with spinal tap are minimal. They include the following:
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Headache
- Herniation
- Epidermoid cyst
After care
- The puncture site should be monitored for any sign of infection.
The doctor should be contacted if the following symptoms occur:
- Infection symptoms that include swelling, redness, pus formation and tenderness.
- Headache

Hospitals in Spain offering Hydrocephalus Treatment

These hospitals list Hydrocephalus Treatment in Spain; ask any of them to quote Spinal Tap for your case. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.

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Barcelona Spine Center — photoPrivate Hospital
Barcelona, Spain
ISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

A neurosurgery center within Quiron Hospital Barcelona, specializing in minimally invasive surgeries on the spine. The Barcelona Spine Centre team of three neurosurgeons have over 15 years of experience in the field of neurosurgery.

DoctorsPCDr. Pablo ClavelMCDr. Marcelino CaballeroView all 3
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Nisa Pardo de Aravaca Hospital — photoPrivate Hospital
Madrid, Spain
ISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

A modern (opened in 2007), general, private hospital located in Madrid, part of the NISA group of hospitals. The international patients department can assist patients with accomodation and trasportation, and can communicate in English as well as in Spanish.

Hydrocephalus is treated at

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Hospital General de Catalunya — photoHospital
Barcelona, Spain
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

Hospital General de Catalunya provides medical services in over 25 specialties, being one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in Europe, with an excellent medical care capacity to carry out complex surgeries and medical conditions.

Hydrocephalus is treated at

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Hospital Quirón Madrid — photoPrivate Hospital
Madrid, Spain
ISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

An ISO certified modern private hospital, which was opened in 2006, and is part of the Quironsalud Hospital Group. This tertiary care hospital has certified medical specialties capable of treating the most complicated medical cases.

DoctorsCRDr. Carlos Ruiz-ocaña
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Hospital Quirónsalud Marbella — photoPrivate Hospital
Marbella, Spain
ISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

This international hospital incorporates prestigious doctors, invests in research and development, technology and continuing education that enhances skills, in facilities, and in an increased operational efficiency in order to provide nothing but the best

Hydrocephalus is treated at

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