Cervical pedicle subtraction osteotomy for fixed flexion deformities.

Khan, Safdar N; Braaksma, Brian; An, Howard S · Orthopedics · 2012

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Flexion deformities of the cervical spine are multiplanar surgical challenges. This article describes a technical modification during the osteotomy that protects the cervical cord and exiting nerve roots while removing the maximal amount of bone for the osteotomy in the safest fashion.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy