Myelopathy refers to the compression of the spinal cord in the neck (cervical) and trunk (dorsal / thoracic) region, which can result from conditions like herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or ligament thickening. Surgical interventions in this situation are used to relieve pressure, and prevent deterioration. ACDF, ACCF, Cervical Laminectomy & Fixation, Dorsal Laminectomy & Fixation are some of surgical procedures carried out for this situation.
Common Causes:
Ossification of Posterior Longitudinal Ligament (OPLL)
Ossification of Ligamentum Flavum (OLF)
Herniated Discs
Degenerative Disc Disease
Spondylosis
Treatment Options:
Non-Surgical: Physical therapy, medications, and lifestyle adjustments.
Surgical: ACDF (Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion) and ACCF (Anterior Cervical Corpectomy and Fusion), Cervical Laminectomy & Fixation, Dorsal Laminectomy & Fixation.
Dr. Mayukh Guha
MBBS, MS Orthopaedics (GOLD MEDALIST), FNB Spine Surgery (ISIC, New Delhi), FMISS, DNB (Orthopaedics), MRCS, MNAMS
Consultant Spine Surgeon in Siliguri, North Bengal
