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I Had Anterior Cervical Laminectomy Discectomy And Fusion, Kindly Suggest
I had the above about ten years ago. The vertebrae above is prolapsed and I have been advised by the neurologist is the only other option. this is evident on the MRI as well as the XRAYS. I am in constant pain and experiencing numbness and pins and needles in my left shoulder and fingers. Is this operation a necessity of is there an alternative method.
Wed, 7 Sep 2011
Hi,
Thanks for query,
For prolapsed vertebrae above mentioned surgery is a must.
Thare is no other option.
Consult orthopedic and seek his advice.
Ok and bye.
Thanks for query,
For prolapsed vertebrae above mentioned surgery is a must.
Thare is no other option.
Consult orthopedic and seek his advice.
Ok and bye.
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