Outcome evaluation of modified uninstrumented open-door cervical laminoplasty for ossified posterior longitudinal ligament with cervical myelopathy

Conclusion: Uninstrumented ODCL is an easily reproducible and economical alternative to the standard instrumented laminoplasty with equivalent short term outcomes. This technique is a valuable option in the treatment of cervical OPLL, especially in regions with scarce resources.

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Source: Indian Journal of Orthopaedics - June 16, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Charanjit Singh Dhillon Shrikant Rajeshwari Ega Raviraj Tantry Narendra Reddy Medagam Nilay Chhasatia Chetan Pophale Anand Khatavi Source Type: research