Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Surgery: Results with Zero-Profile Spacer/Cage

Authors

  • Tariq Imran Khokhar
  • Sumaira Kiran
  • Muhammad Naveed Majeed
  • Khawar Anwar
  • Asif Bashir

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36552/pjns.v26i1.656

Abstract

Objective:  Study provides proof to support the promised benefits of employing stand-alone zero-profile cages in multilevel ACDF procedures, as the stand-alone zero-profile device has proven safety and a reduction of the risk of dysphagia in single-level ACDF surgeries.

Materials and Methods:  This is a retrospective descriptive study, conducted at the Punjab Institute of Neurosciences, Lahore, Pakistan. Data of 36 patients evaluated for post-operative dysphagia and fusion, who had multi-level ACDF surgery employing stand-alone zero-profile cages.

Results:  Total of 36 patients underwent ACDF surgeries. 86.1% (31/36) patients operated for 2 levels and 13.9% (5/36) patients operated for 3 levels. Dysphagia developed postoperatively in 2 (5.6%) patients in which zero-profile stand-alone cages were used. Fusion was achieved in 94.4% (34/36) patients.

Conclusion:  Stand-alone zero-profile cages in multi-level ACDF surgeries have a good outcome in terms of post-operative less dysphagia and higher fusion rates.

Keywords:  Anterior Cervical Discectomy (Decompression) And Fusion (ACDF), Zero-Profile Cages, Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy.

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2022-03-31