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Anterior Cervical Huge Osteophyte Causing Dysphagia: A Case Report.
Amin Gronfula1, Thamer H Alsharif2, Ahmed Deif3
1School of Medicine, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, IRL.
Cureus
|May 4, 2023
Summary
Anterior cervical osteophytes can cause severe swallowing difficulties and neurological issues in elderly patients. Surgical removal of these osteophytes offers significant relief and improves quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Spine Surgery
- Neurology
- Geriatrics
Background:
- Anterior cervical osteophytes are common in the elderly, often linked to trauma, degeneration, or diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis.
- Severe dysphagia is a primary symptom, significantly impacting patient well-being.
Observation:
- A case report details an 83-year-old male experiencing severe dysphagia and quadriparesis.
- Imaging revealed large anterior osteophytes at C3-4 compressing the esophagus.
Findings:
- Surgical intervention involved anterior cervical osteophyte removal, discectomy, and fusion with a PEEK cage and screws.
- The patient underwent successful surgical treatment for his condition.
Implications:
- Surgical management is often the definitive treatment for anterior cervical osteophytes causing severe symptoms.
- Effective treatment can alleviate symptoms, enhance quality of life, and potentially reduce mortality in affected individuals.
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