Effect of Local Retropharyngeal Steroids on Fusion Rate after Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is considered the gold standard surgical intervention for cervical myelopathy and radiculopathy. Obtaining a solid fusion is an important goal of ACDF, and doing so has correlated with favorable clinical outcomes. A common complication after surgery is post-operative dysphagia. Multiple techniques have been utilized in attempt to prevent and treat dysphagia, including use of retropharygeal steroids.
Source: The Spine Journal - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tags: Clinical Study Source Type: research