Corpectomy
Corpectomy
Corpectomy (/kɔːrˈpɛktəmi/; from Latin corpus, "body", and Greek -ectomy, "excision") is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a vertebral body, usually as a way to decompress the spinal cord and nerves. Corpectomy is often performed in cases of severe and symptomatic spinal stenosis.
Procedure
During a corpectomy, the surgeon removes the vertebral body and the disc spaces at both ends. This is done to alleviate pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, which can cause pain and other neurological symptoms. The space is then filled with a bone graft and stabilized with hardware such as plates and screws.
Indications
Corpectomy is typically indicated for conditions such as spinal stenosis, herniated disc, spinal tumors, and spinal fractures. It may also be used in cases of vertebral compression fractures and spinal deformities.
Risks and Complications
As with any surgical procedure, corpectomy carries certain risks and potential complications. These may include infection, bleeding, nerve damage, spinal instability, and failure of the bone graft to heal.
See Also
References
- Principles of Neurological Surgery, 3rd Edition, Richard G. Ellenbogen, Laligam N. Sekhar, and Neil Kitchen (Elsevier, 2012)
- Spine Surgery, 2nd Edition, Edward C. Benzel (Elsevier, 2012)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Corpectomy
- Wikipedia's article - Corpectomy
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