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I have a osteophytes on c5 & c6, occluding right neural foramen 50 %. neurosurgeon suggest cervical fusion. can it be done posterior?
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Yes but: More painful and leaves a degenerative motion segment behind to hurt later and collapse further the post vs anterior study had been done anterior had better outcomes and leaves post neck muscles unaffected they are both good options for relief of arm pain, let surgeon pick. The acdf also can restore spacing and vertical height to the foramen the spurs are in front of the nerve root mostly.
Answered 2/4/2019
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Not as well : A posterior approach is an option. However, based on your description, an anterior approach would be better. Check out spine-health.Com.
Answered 9/30/2013
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