What are Cervical Anterior Surgeries?
Cervical anterior surgeries are surgical interventions for the treatment of problems in the cervical spine and are usually performed by accessing the front (anterior) part of the body. This type of surgery is commonly used to treat cervical disc herniation (herniated disc), slipped disc, spinal canal narrowing (spinal stenosis), disc degeneration, and other diseases of the cervical region.
Anterior surgery is usually aimed at solving problems in the neck area that put pressure on nerves, the spinal canal or slipped discs. These surgeries are usually associated with faster recovery times and lower complication rates because they directly target the problem and treat it.
How Are Cervical Anterior Surgeries Performed?
This type of surgery is performed in the anterior part of the neck. The main purpose of the surgery is to widen the narrowed spinal canal, relieve pressure on the nerves and stabilize the spine by removing damaged or herniated discs.
- Preparation and Anesthesia:
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision in the neck to access this area. - Discectomy:
A herniated or degenerative disc is removed to relieve pressure on the spinal canal. - Spinal Stabilization (Fusion):
After the disc has been removed, metal implants (screws, rods) and bone graft can be used to fill the space between the vertebrae and restore stability to the spine. This process allows the vertebrae to fuse, restoring stability to the spine.
What is Cervical Posterior Surgery?
Cervical posterior surgery is surgery performed from the back of the neck (posterior) and is usually used to treat conditions such as narrowing of the spinal canal, nerve compression, spinal cord compression or tumors. Unlike cervical anterior surgery, posterior surgery provides access to the neck from the back.
How is Cervical Posterior Surgery Performed?
Posterior surgery is performed to widen the spinal canal and relieve the nerves. This type of surgery can be more complex than anterior surgery and can often damage more tissue, but in some cases posterior surgery may be more appropriate.
- Preparation and Anesthesia:
It is performed under general anesthesia. An incision is made in the back of the neck. - Spinal canal widening:
During posterior surgery, bone or ligamentous tissue is removed to access the spinal canal and nerves. The narrowed spinal canal is intervened in order to relieve pressure on the nerves. - Spinal Fusion or Stabilization:
In some cases, fusion can be performed to stabilize the spine after posterior surgery. This is usually done using metal rods or screws.
Why Cervical Anterior or Posterior Surgery?
These surgical interventions are performed to treat serious conditions in the neck area. Anterior or posterior surgery may be required for the conditions listed below:
- Herniated disc (herniated disc): Herniated discs press on the spinal canal and nerves, resulting in symptoms such as pain, numbness and weakness.
- Spinal Stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal): Narrowing of the spinal canal can cause pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, which can lead to serious neurological problems.
- Spondylolisthesis (slipped vertebrae): Slipped vertebrae can cause nerve compression and require surgical intervention.
- Osteoarthritis (joint degeneration): Joint damage in the cervical spine can compress nerves and cause pain.
- Trauma or Injuries: Fractures, trauma or dislocations to the neck may require stabilization.
Why Metropol Health Group?
Metropol Health Group provides spine surgery services with an experienced team and state-of-the-art surgical equipment. Anterior and posterior surgeries performed with the latest techniques in the field of cervical spine and nerve surgery ensure faster recovery and improved quality of life for patients. Metropol Health Group provides safe and effective surgical interventions by offering customized treatment plans according to the individual needs of each patient. It is also at the forefront with its patient-oriented approach and high success rates.
