Medical articles from Mr Ahmed Ibrahim

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23/01/2026

Neurosurgeon

Myelopathy and fusion surgery: Treatment and the role of spinal endoscopy

Myelopathy is a condition caused by compression of the spinal cord. It most commonly develops in the neck, known as cervical myelopathy, but can also affect the thoracic spine.

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03/09/2025

Mr Ahmed Ibrahim

Neurosurgeon

What to know about spinal endoscopy

Spinal surgery is a procedure that carries a significant number of risks due to the spine’s central position in the body and its delicate, intricate construction. In the past, the procedure was majorly invasive and came with an extensive recovery period. However, innovations in surgical techniques mean that some patients can evade many of the downsides – both inevitable and possible – of the surgery. One such key technique is the endoscopy. In this article, a consultant neurosurgeon explains how endoscopic spinal surgery works, and what patients can expect.

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31/05/2024

Mr Ahmed Ibrahim

Neurosurgeon

Sciatica unraveled: Causes, symptoms, and solutions

Sciatica, characterised by pain radiating from the lower back down to the leg, is a common condition often stemming from a slipped or prolapsed disc pressing on the sciatic nerve. In his latest online article, Mr Ahmed Ibrahim explores the main causes of sciatica, typical symptoms experienced by patients, and various treatment approaches available.

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27/09/2021

Mr Ahmed Ibrahim

Neurosurgeon

How to treat slipped disc in the neck (cervical spine)

We speak with highly-experienced neurosurgeon Mr Ahmed Ibrahim, to discuss slipped discs, the causes, symptoms and the different types of cervical spine surgery. This includes disc replacement, discectomy and fusion surgery, posterior cervical foraminotomy, posterior cervical foraminotomy, posterior cervical fusion and posterior cervical fusion. We also discuss the postoperative period and recovery.