2015
DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1554141
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Anterior Cervical Discectomy versus Posterior Cervical Foraminotomy in the Treatment of Brachialgia: The Leeds Spinal Unit Experience (2008–2013)

Abstract: Introduction The surgical management of cervical brachialgia utilizing anterior cervical discectomy (ACD) and posterior cervical foraminotomy (PCF) is a controversial area of spine surgery. Few studies have compared the effectiveness of both interventions. These studies were however flawed by utilization of nonvalidated outcome measures, nonstatistical analysis, and importantly lack of preoperative analysis to ensure both groups were matched. Taking this into account, the authors aimed to compare the effective… Show more

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