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[Fluorotic cervical spinal cord disease].

M R Naidu1, D R Reddy, P K Reddy

  • 1Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Panjagutta, Andhra Pradesh, India.

Revue De Chirurgie Orthopedique Et Reparatrice De L'Appareil Moteur
|January 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Skeletal fluorosis, a disease linked to high fluoride intake, can cause cervical cord compression, particularly in manual laborers. Surgical decompression offers a rewarding outcome for selected patients with this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Orthopedics
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Skeletal fluorosis is an endemic disease in parts of India, China, and Africa.
  • Manual laborers are disproportionately affected due to high fluoride water consumption.
  • Cervical spine involvement leading to cord compression is a significant manifestation.

Purpose:

  • To study the clinical features, radiological aspects, and surgical outcomes of patients with fluorotic cervical cord compression.
  • To evaluate the necessity and efficacy of surgical decompression for cervical fluorotic myelopathy.

Summary:

  • The study analyzed 40 cases of surgically treated fluorotic cervical cord compression.
  • Findings include detailed clinical presentations and radiological findings specific to this condition.

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  • Outcomes following surgical decompression were assessed to determine treatment effectiveness.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the significant neurological impact of skeletal fluorosis.
    • Demonstrates the value of surgical intervention in managing severe cases of cervical fluorotic myelopathy.
    • Informs clinical practice regarding the diagnosis and treatment of this debilitating condition.