Cervical Laminoplasty for Multilevel Cervical Myelopathy

Cervical spondylotic myelopathy migh result from degenerative cervical spondylosis, herniated disk material, osteophytes, redundant ligamentum flavum, or ossification from the posterior longitudinal ligament. Surgical intervention for multi-level myelopathy aims to decompress the spinal-cord and keep stability from the cervical spine. Laminoplasty was major surgical advancement as laminectomy led to kyphosis and unsatisfactory final results. Hirabayashi popularised the expansive open door laminoplasty that was later modified distinct surgeons. Laminoplasty has transformed the road surgeons approach multilevel cervical spondylotic myelopathy. (Source: Clinical and Developmental Immunology) More details: Click here...