Cervical vertebral fusion following posterior cervical fusion surgery (PCF). Other cervical disc displacement
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Patients in this group use a Philadelphia Collar for 6 weeks after posterior cervical fusion surgery.The collar is rigid and standard model.Manufacturer: Iran Medical Equipment Co. or
Sponsors
Dezfoul University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Patients are candidates for posterior cervical fusion (PCF) surgery. Patient age is between 18 and 60 years. Patient has no prior cervical spine surgery. Patient has no severe comorbidities. Patient is a non-smoker and does not use illicit drugs. Patient can understand the informed consent form. Patient provides written informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patient has previous cervical spine surgery. Patient age is under 18 years. Patient requires anterior fixation . Patient has uncontrolled diabetes. Patient has advanced cardiac disease. Patient has peripheral neuropathy. Patient is pregnant . Patient uses chronic corticosteroids. Patient age is over 60 years. Patient requires anterior plating. Patient is breastfeeding. Patient uses immunosuppressive drugs.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Rate of successful cervical vertebral fusion after posterior cervical fusion surgery, based on radiographic findings and fusion assessment criteria. Timepoint: Six months after surgery. Method of measurement: Radiographic evaluation (X-ray or CT scan) by a blinded assessor using the vertebral fusion assessment scale. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactSara Kord
Dezfoul University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed