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What is the definition or description of: fusion of neck vertebrae?
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See below.: In an anterior fusion of the cervical spine, the disc is removed and replaced with a spacer of one type or another that does not allow motion to occur. A plate may be added to further strengthen the area. Over the course of a 6-12 weeks period, bone grows from one vertebrae, through the spacer, to the other vertebrae; permanently restricting motion at that level.
Answered 1/15/2017
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