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> Q:  Can a spinal condition cause weakness or pain in the upper and lower limbs, as well as urinary and bowel dysfunction?

A:  Yes, and usually requires urgent/emergency spine treatment.

> Q:  Is there a 50/50 chance of paralysis from spine surgery?

A:  Spinal surgery performed by the right experts, either preserves or improve mobility and function.  The risk of paralysis is extremely low, usually less than 1%.

> Q:  Would I walk again after spine surgery?

A:   If a patient was ambulatory (walking) immediately before surgery, once pain allows, the patient is encouraged to walk under professional supervision from day one post-operation.  In cases where the spinal cord was severely compromised, recovery may take longer, and some patients may need physical therapy to regain mobility. 

> Q:  Is there as 50/50 life or death chance from spine surgery?

A:  For common spine surgeries like discectomy, laminectomy, or spinal fusion, the mortality rate is very low, often below 1%.  Even with more complex procedures like spinal tumor removal or multi-level fusion in patients with comorbidities, the risk of death is still far below 50%.