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C4 /5 is unstable when i tilt my head & c5/6-6/7 need replacement, is 3 disk fusion my only choice? dr said 2 replacements(want) but xray shows c4/5 unstable & now says 3 disk fusion as 2 replacements might cause 2nd surgery to stabalize c4/5 later?

Q: c4 /5 is unstable when i tilt my head & c5/6-6/7 need replacement, is 3 disk fusion my only choice? dr said 2 replacements(want) but xray shows c4/5 unstable & now says 3 disk fusion as 2 replacements might cause 2nd surgery to stabalize c4/5 later?

: Yes, you better have all fixed at the same time.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, you better have all fixed at the same time.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 9/12/2021

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A member asked:

C4 /5 is unstable when i tilt my head & c5/6-6/7 need replacement, is 3 disk fusion my only choice? dr said 2 replacements(want) but xray shows c4/5 unstable & now says 3 disk fusion as 2 replacements might cause 2nd surgery to stabalize c4/5 later?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Machanic agreed

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