Answered by SecondMedic Expert
Orthopedic Surgeon · Back Pain and Spinal Surgery
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The biggest reason why spinal surgery is so difficult and dangerous is that the spinal cord is extremely delicate and can be easily damaged.
The spinal cord controls all the functions below the neck, such as movement, sensation, and organ function. So any damage to the spinal cord can have serious consequences. This is why spine surgery is such a high-risk procedure and why it's so important to take precautions to protect the spinal cord during surgery.
