Anterior interbody fusion for cervical osteomyelitis: Reversal of quadriplegia after evacuation of epidural spinal abscess

Interbody fusion for stabilization of the cervical spine after osteomyelitic destruction of the body of C5 vertebra is reported in a patient with quadriplegia and sphincter disturbances secondary to an epidural abscess. The successful union of the bone graft along with complete neurological recovery...

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Published inJournal of neurology, neurosurgery and psychiatry Vol. 35; no. 1; pp. 133 - 136
Main Authors Bartal, A. D., Schiffer, J., Heilbronn, Y. D., Yahel, M.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 01.02.1972
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Summary:Interbody fusion for stabilization of the cervical spine after osteomyelitic destruction of the body of C5 vertebra is reported in a patient with quadriplegia and sphincter disturbances secondary to an epidural abscess. The successful union of the bone graft along with complete neurological recovery after anterior decompression and evacuation of the epidural mass seem to justify the procedure.
ISSN:0022-3050
1468-330X
DOI:10.1136/jnnp.35.1.133