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What are the current trends in acdf? is zero p one of the newest technology? what is its limitation? how good compared to autograft? what other inst?
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Multiple: There are many new devices and materials for acdf. Zero-p or chesapeake are standalone devices. Some of the new spacers are made of titanium or bioceramic. Autograft remains the gold standard but has its own set of problems - persistent pain, second surgery site, etc. Limitations on some of the newer devices are lesser likelihood of successful fusion.
Answered 4/8/2014
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