Control of bone bleeding during Cloward procedure. Technical note

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Spinal Fusion Techniques

Background:

• Anterior cervical interbody fusion, such as the Cloward procedure, is a common surgical treatment for cervical spine pathologies.
• Intraoperative bleeding from bone surfaces can complicate the procedure, potentially leading to longer surgical times and increased risks.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a simple and effective technique for controlling bone bleeding during the Cloward procedure.
• To improve the safety and efficiency of anterior cervical interbody fusion.

Main Methods:

• A straightforward technique is described for managing bone bleeding.
• The method is applied during the Cloward procedure for anterior cervical interbody fusion.

Main Results:

• The described technique provides effective control of bone bleeding.
• This approach simplifies a critical aspect of the Cloward procedure.

Conclusions:

• The presented technique offers a simple and effective solution for bone bleeding during anterior cervical interbody fusion.
• This method can contribute to improved surgical outcomes in cervical spine fusion surgeries.