The Role of Anterior Cervical Discectomy in the Treatment of Cervical Disc Prolapse with Spinal Card Compression: A Retrospective Study.

Original Article

Abstract

Background: Cervical disc prolapse with spinal cord compression is a clinically relevant term associated with a range of serious neurological manifestations. Lumbar micro-discectomy is one of the most common types of microsurgery used to treat these symptoms and to enhance the overall patient experience.

Objective: The objective of the study is to assess the impact of ACD and compare it to other approaches of cervical disc prolapse, particularly in relation to spinal compression on patients.

Study Design: A Retrospective Study

Duration and Place of the Study: This study was carried out at department of neurosurgery mmc mardan from January 2021 to December 2021.

Material and Methods: A total 120 patients who underwent an anterior cervical discectomy for cervical disc prolapse with spinal cord compression. Patients’ information included age, sex, level of surgery, American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) motor and sensory scores before and after surgery, and complications.

Results: A total of 120 patients with 72 males (60%) and 48 females (40%) were present in this study, with a mean age of 54.3 years (range 35-76 years). The average of the follow-up months was 24 months with a range of 12-48 months. Patients were selected to have cervical disc prolapse accompanied by spinal cord compression. The duration of the symptoms before surgery was 6.2 months with the minimum 1 month and the maximum 24 months.

Conclusions: Thus, it can be concluded that anterior cervical discectomy remains as an effective as well as safe procedure in patients with cervical disc prolapse and spinal cord compression

Keywords: Anterior cervical discectomy, cervical disc prolapse, spinal cord compression.