Percutaneous Diskectomy (IMAGE) Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University Caption With percutaneous diskectomy, X-ray helps guide insertion of a needle through skin and muscle and directly into the offending disk. Credit Medical College of Georgia Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.