Anybody ever had anterior cervical fusion with plate?

Routine: An anterior cervical discectomy with fusion (acdf) is a commonly performed procedure for cervical disc herniation pathology. The results are usually above 95% for healing of the fusion and for the resolution of arm weakness/pain in the appropriately indicated patient. Sometimes a plate is not necessary, depending on the pathology/surgeon/implants used.

Very common: One of the most common neck surgeries spinal surgeons do is called an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. One of the most common constructs used for the surgery is to place a spacer made of bone or synthetic material where the disc was and then immobilize the level with a plate and screws. By strongly immobilizing the segment, it is felt the plate can increase the fusion rate. Thank you.