Modified posterior percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy for lateral cervical disc herniation: the vertical anchoring technique
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5527-y
Abstract: PurposeDuring the long-term practice of percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy (PECD) at our institution, we have modified the protocol to include the vertical anchoring technique (VAT), which we will describe in detail in this article. The… read more here.
Keywords: technique; endoscopic cervical; posterior pecd; cervical discectomy ... See more keywords
Evaluation of bony fusion after anterior cervical discectomy: a systematic literature review
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5820-9
Abstract: PurposeAnterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) has proven effective in treating radicular arm pain. Post-operatively, cervical spine stability is temporarily challenged, but data on bony fusion and speed of fusion are ambiguous; optimum evaluation method… read more here.
Keywords: fusion; cervical discectomy; evaluation; bony fusion ... See more keywords
Hyoid position as a novel predictive marker for postoperative dysphagia and dysphonia after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-020-06484-7
Abstract: Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the predictive value of the hyoid horizontal positional change on the severity of dysphagia and dysphonia (PDD) after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) comparing pre-vertebral… read more here.
Keywords: dysphagia dysphonia; cervical discectomy; hss ddi; anterior cervical ... See more keywords
Is stand alone PEEK cage the gold standard in multilevel anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)? Results of a minimum 1-year follow up
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2017.10.022
Abstract: INTRODUCTION This study was designed to evaluate the clinical and radiologic results of stand-alone synthetic polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cages for two- or three-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), with a focus on subsidence. MATERIALS AND… read more here.
Keywords: stand alone; discectomy fusion; anterior cervical; radiologic ... See more keywords
Comparative analysis of the biomechanics of the adjacent segments after minimally invasive cervical surgeries versus anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: A finite element study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2020.03.006
Abstract: Purpose Percutaneous full-endoscopic anterior cervical discectomy (PEACD) and posterior cervical foraminotomy (PCF) as alternatives to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) are extensively used in the treatment of patients with cervical spondylotic radiculopathy. The possibility… read more here.
Keywords: finite element; biomechanics; anterior cervical; cervical discectomy ... See more keywords
Delayed Hemorrhage from an Iatrogenic Vertebral Artery Injury During Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Successful Endovascular Treatment-Report of a Rare Case and Literature Review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2016.12.084
Abstract: BACKGROUND Anterior cervical discectomy (ACD) is one of the most common spinal surgeries. Although rare, iatrogenic vertebral artery injuries (VAIs) are potentially life-threatening. Risk factors are anatomic, operative, and pathologic. We report a rare case… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; anterior cervical; case; cervical discectomy ... See more keywords
Horner's syndrome following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: Case Series and Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.08.101
Abstract: BACKGROUND Horner's syndrome is an infrequently seen complication of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). Multicenter studies have reported a very low incidence, less than 0.1%. OBJECTIVE To identify the incidence and characteristics, as well… read more here.
Keywords: horner syndrome; systematic review; anterior cervical; cervical discectomy ... See more keywords
Prognosis of hardware-related problems in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with cage and plate constructs.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.10.042
Abstract: BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to analyze hardware-related problems and their prognoses after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) using cages and plates for degenerative and traumatic cervical disc diseases. METHODS Eight-hundred-and-eight patients… read more here.
Keywords: related problems; anterior cervical; hardware; cervical discectomy ... See more keywords
Drivers of Variability in 90-Day Cost for Elective Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion for Cervical Degenerative Disease
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DOI: 10.1093/neuros/nyy140
Abstract: BACKGROUND Value-based episode of care reimbursement models is being investigated to curb unsustainable health care costs. Any variation in the cost of index spine surgery can affect the payment bundling during the 90-d global period.… read more here.
Keywords: elective anterior; discectomy fusion; anterior cervical; cervical discectomy ... See more keywords
Impact of Insulin Dependence on Perioperative Outcomes Following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000001829
Abstract: Study Design. A retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data. Objective. Our objective was to analyze insulin-dependent and noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM and NIDDM) as potential risk factors for complications, reoperations, and readmissions within 30 days… read more here.
Keywords: insulin; analysis; discectomy fusion; anterior cervical ... See more keywords
What Factors Influence Reimbursement for 1 to 2 Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Procedures?
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000002766
Abstract: Study Design. Retrospective review. Objective. To determine reimbursement associated with an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) and the demographic factors influencing reimbursement for an ACDF. Summary of Background Data. ACDF has been shown to… read more here.
Keywords: reimbursement; cervical discectomy; procedure; anterior cervical ... See more keywords