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What is the current consensus on cervical nucleoplasty after failed conservative cares including racz catheter and epidurals? how effective could it b

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Dr. George Arcos answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Level 1c- good: Large group studies have shown favorable results if patient selection is strict. Disc displacement cannot be > 6mm, must be contained, no prior surgery, >75% disc height, no spinal stenosis or instability. 12 month follow-up shows sustained benefit. Risks include infection (discitis), neural injury, and device failure.

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Answered 12/24/2014

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