Full Description
In this text, the topic of artificial disc replacement is thoroughly discussed by its inventors and top spine specialists. Key features, such as the history of the SB Charit Disc, spinal anatomy, technical background, and clinical results are presented. The book provides much information to spinal surgeons interested in the state of the art of this treatment. The SB Charit disc replacement, used in dedicated European centres for more than 10 years, is presently creating much interest in the Americas, too.
Contents
From the contents: 1. History.- 2. Anatomy in respect to the intervertebral disc.- 3. LINK SB Charite Artificial Disc.- 4. Instruments and technical application.- 5. Histomorphology and Biomechanic Study in a Baboon Model.- 6. Indications.- 7. Contraindications.- 8. Techniques of Diagnosis.- 9. Preoperative Planning.- 10a. Surgical Approach.- 10b. How to do the Discography?- 11. Operative Technique.- 12. Longterm and Midterm Results.- 13. Early Experience in the United States.- 14. Complications. -15. Future Perspectives.
