Prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine
National Institute for Clinical Excellence
Record ID 32005001257
English
Authors' objectives:
This study aims to assess the current evidence on prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine.
Authors' recommendations:
1.1 Current evidence suggests that there are no major safety concerns about the use of prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine, and there is evidence of short-term efficacy. Clinicians wishing to undertake this procedure should take the following actions. - Ensure that patients understand the long-term uncertainties about the procedure and the alternative treatment options. In addition, use of the Institute's Information for the public is recommended. - Audit and review clinical outcomes of all patients having prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine.
1.2 This procedure should only be performed in specialist units where surgery of the cervical spine is regularly undertaken.
Authors' methods:
Overview
Details
Project Status:
Completed
URL for project:
http://www.nice.org.uk/page.aspx?o=280088
Year Published:
2005
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
England, United Kingdom
MeSH Terms
- Back Pain
- Cervical Vertebrae
- Prostheses and Implants
- Spinal Diseases
Contact
Organisation Name:
National Institute for Clinical Excellence
Contact Address:
MidCity Place, 71 High Holborn, London WC1V 6NA, UK. Tel: +44 020 7067 5800; Fax: +44 020 7067 5801
Contact Name:
nice@nice.nhs.uk
Contact Email:
nice@nice.nhs.uk
Copyright:
National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE)
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