Internet Keyword: South Florida Spine
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Internet Keyword: South Florida Spine
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Anterior Cervical Discectomy and FusionAn Anterior Cervical Discectomy / Fusion is a procedure in which a disc fragment (herniation) is removed from the spinal canal in the neck. This procedure is indicated when conservative non-operative treatment measures have failed with continued neck and/or arm pain. Once asleep and positioned in the operating room, the nurse will cleanse your neck with antiseptic solution. The surgeon will perform the surgery with X-ray verification of the level of the disc or nerve problem. This procedure is performed with intraoperative neurologic monitoring. The surgeon will make a small incision on the front of the neck and dissect the tissues in order to access the spine. The disc is identified and verified with intraoperative X-rays. Under magnification the disc is carefully removed to expose the nerve roots and the lining over the spinal cord. The space that is left from the removed disc is replaced with bone from the patient's pelvis or from the hospital cadaveric bone bank. A titanium plate is then placed to stabilize this area to allow for solid fusion. The deep tissues are sutured back into anatomic alignment. The skin is closed with a plastic surgical closure. After your surgery, you may need to stay in the hospital for overnight observation. A cervical collar may be necessary for several weeks after the surgery. You should be able to walk several hours after the procedure. |
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