Cervical spine surgery challenges : diagnosis and management

Presents a focused and succinct review of surgical cervical spine cases, representing mid to high-level complexity, with preferred management methods, including a rationale of pros and cons of alternative methods. A quick, clear, and practical approach to diagnosis and surgical management of cervical problems of the spine. The diagnosis-based format proceeds logically to the specific and most up-to-date methods of treatment.
Abstract: Leading spine surgeons present their clinical expertise, providing concise descriptions of the clinical presentation, history and examination, imaging, diagnosis, indications, preferred method of treatment, alternate treatment options, postoperative management, and complications.