Ulf Fernström (1915-1985) and his Contributions to the Development of Artificial Disc Replacements.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2016.10.135
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Artificial disc replacements, which serve the function of separating vertebrae to allow for proper spinal alignment, can help treat debilitating low back pain in patients who have failed other conservative methods of treatment. A… read more here.
Keywords: disc; disc replacements; artificial disc; ulf fernstr ... See more keywords
Restoration of Spinal Motion: Conversion of Anterior Cervical Fusion With Pseudarthrosis to Artificial Disc Replacement
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DOI: 10.14444/7063
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background Describe the technique and outcomes of the conversion of prior anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) with pseudarthrosis to an artificial disc replacement (ADR). Methods Case report. Five patients completed the following pain… read more here.
Keywords: conversion; pseudarthrosis; artificial disc; fusion ... See more keywords
Anterior Cervical Foraminotomy for Radiculopathy After Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement: Technique Description and Case Report
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DOI: 10.14444/8219
Abstract: Background Patients may occasionally have persistent or recurrent radicular symptoms after cervical artificial disc replacement (ADR) for cervical spondylotic radiculopathy. We describe our approach using anterior cervical foraminotomy (ACF) to provide symptom relief in such… read more here.
Keywords: cervical artificial; radicular symptoms; artificial disc; recurrent radicular ... See more keywords