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Here are the most reputed surgeons in India for Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) for Cerebral Palsy. Each specialist is carefully vetted for their expertise, experience, and patient outcomes.
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Here are the most reputed hospitals in India for Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) for Cerebral Palsy. These hospitals are known for advanced infrastructure, international accreditations, and high success rates.
Selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) is a neurosurgical procedure performed on the lower spinal cord to permanently reduce spasticity in the legs of children with spastic cerebral palsy. The surgeon makes an incision in the lower back, exposes the sensory nerve roots, and — guided by intra-operative electrical testing — selectively cuts the rootlets sending abnormal signals that drive the spastic feedback loop. Because only the abnormal rootlets are divided, useful sensation and motor function are preserved. SDR is considered for children who have sufficient underlying muscle strength to benefit from reduced tone, most commonly those with spastic diplegia at GMFCS Levels II–III, typically between the ages of 3 and 10. The surgery itself is followed by many months of intensive physiotherapy, which is essential to translate the spasticity reduction into functional walking and movement gains.
Estimated cost: ~$500 – $1,000
Typical tests for this treatment: MRI of brain and lumbar spine, Hip and spine X-rays (AP and lateral), Gait analysis or video gait assessment, CBC, coagulation profile (PT/INR/APTT), Renal and liver function tests, Blood group and type-and-screen, Pediatric anesthesia fitness evaluation, Developmental and cognitive assessment (by pediatric neurologist). Done in India before hospital admission. Cost varies with case complexity.
Estimated cost in India: $10,000 – $15,000
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2 days
Hospitalisation: ~10 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~21 days recommended
Total stay: approx 33 days
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