2023-03-02T11:16:21
Cervical disc surgery is a type of surgical procedure performed on the cervical spine, which is the region of the spine located in the neck area. The purpose of the surgery is to remove a damaged or herniated disc in the neck, which can be causing pain, weakness, or numbness in the arms, shoulders, and neck. #BestspinesurgeoninDelhi, NCR Dr Abhinav Gupta performs these operations There are several different types of cervical disc surgeries, including: Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF): This is the most common type of cervical disc surgery. The surgeon makes a small incision in the front of the neck and removes the damaged disc. Then, the adjacent vertebrae are fused together with a bone graft to stabilize the spine. Artificial disc replacement: In this procedure, the damaged disc is removed and replaced with an artificial disc. Posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion: In this procedure, the surgeon removes part of the vertebrae in the back of the neck to access the damaged disc. The disc is then removed and the vertebrae are fused together to stabilize the spine. Cervical corpectomy: This procedure involves removing a portion of the vertebrae and the disc between them to relieve pressure on the spinal cord. The type of surgery recommended will depend on the specific condition being treated and the individual needs of the patient. Recovery time and outcomes can also vary depending on the type of surgery performed. It is important for patients to discuss the risks, benefits, and alternatives of cervical disc surgery with Dr Abhinav Gupta at #bestspinesurgeryhospital Balaji superspecialityHospital at Sec 5 Rajender Nagar Delhi NCR Sahibabad