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Cervical
Corpectomy |
| Symptoms |
Cervical spinal canal
can be narrowed by the formation of bone spurs, arising
from the back of the vertebral body or the ligament behind
the vertebral bodies. Traditional symptoms include neck
pain, shoulder pain, pins and needles, numbness, tingling,
or weakness in the arms and hands. More severe symptoms
can include loss of balance, stumbling, and a loss of
bowel and bladder control. |
| Treatment |
When the spinal cord is compressed,
it is important to relieve the pressure to prevent spinal
cord damage. A cervical corpectomy is the removal of
a portion of the vertebra, and is performed in addition
to an anterior
cervical discectomy and fusion.
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| Recovery |
In most cases patients stay in the
hospital for 24 hours, and generally do not need a cervical
collar. Most patients will notice immediate improvement
of their symptoms, however some symptoms may improve
gradually. Occasionally patients will experience a sore
throat or some hoarseness for a few days following surgery.
A positive attitude, reasonable expectations contribute
to a satisfactory outcome. Most patients discontinue
pain medication and resume their regular activities within
a few weeks.
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Related links:
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Fusion
Neck FAQ's
Cervical cases performed by Dr. Pashman
www.NeckPainExplained.com
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