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Surgical experience with an implanted artificial cervical joint

B H Cummins1, J T Robertson, S S Gill

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Frenchay Hospital, Bristol, United Kingdom.

Journal of Neurosurgery
|June 3, 1998
PubMed
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Cummins

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • Cervical myelopathy and radiculopathy necessitate innovative surgical solutions.
  • Assessing the efficacy of artificial cervical joint implants is crucial for patient outcomes.

Observation:

  • A cohort of 20 patients received Cummins' artificial cervical joint for various cervical spine conditions.
  • Follow-up included medical record review and reexamination of 18 patients.

Findings:

  • The artificial cervical joint demonstrated safety and tolerability in patients.
  • Cervical joint motion was preserved in most patients over extended observation periods.
  • No adjacent segmental degenerative changes or wear debris were observed, indicating long-term stability.

Implications:

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