ACDF

GPTKB entity

Statements (22)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf medical procedure
gptkbp:approach anterior (front) of the neck
gptkbp:commonIndications herniated disc
degenerative disc disease
cervical spondylosis
gptkbp:complication infection
hoarseness
nerve injury
dysphagia
non-union of fusion
gptkbp:firstDescribed 1950s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label ACDF
gptkbp:involves fusion of adjacent vertebrae
removal of a damaged cervical disc
gptkbp:performedBy gptkb:neuroscientist
orthopedic spine surgeon
gptkbp:restored several weeks to months
gptkbp:standsFor Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
gptkbp:usedFor relieving nerve root or spinal cord pressure
treating cervical spine disorders
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Andalusian_Center_for_Digital_Finance
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8