Osteotomies in the Cervical Spine

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Journal Asian Spine J

Date 2016 Mar 8

PMID 26949476

Citations 8

Authors

Venu M Nemani

Peter B Derman

Han Jo Kim

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Abstract

Rigid cervical deformities are difficult problems to treat. The goals of surgical treatment include deformity correction, achieving a rigid fusion, and performing a thorough neural decompression. In stiff and ankylosed cervical spines, osteotomies are required to restore sagittal and coronal balance. In this chapter, we describe the clinical and radiographic workup for patients with cervical deformities, and delineate the various factors that must be considered when planning surgical treatment. We also describe in detail the various types of cervical osteotomies, along with their surgical technique, advantages, and potential complications.

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