Thoracic Corpectomy - Columbia Neurosurgery in New York City
A thoracic corpectomy removes damaged vertebrae (bones of the spine) and intervertebral discs (the “cushions” between vertebrae) in the thoracic spine (spine in the upper or middle back). Thoracic corpectomy is usually performed for patients with trauma, tumor, infection, or degenerative disease in the thoracic spine.
Thoracic Corpectomy - Atlantic Brain and Spine
Thoracic corpectomy is a surgical procedure aimed at decompressing the spinal cord and nerve roots in the thoracic (mid-back) region by removing a portion of the vertebral body and adjacent discs. This procedure is typically performed to address severe spinal cord compression, tumors, fractures, or other conditions causing significant pressure ...
Thoracic Corpectomy and Fusion - AdventHealth
A thoracic corpectomy and fusion is performed in order to provide spinal decompression and pain relief due to compressed nerves in the spine, lower and middle back. This condition can be caused by any number of factors, including degenerative spinal conditions.
Thoracic Corpectomy - Dr. Paul C. McCormick
2020年2月6日 · A thoracic corpectomy removes damaged vertebrae (bones of the spine) and intervertebral discs (the “cushions” between vertebrae) in the thoracic spine (spine in the upper or middle back). Thoracic corpectomy is usually performed for patients with trauma, tumor, infection, or degenerative disease in the thoracic spine. These conditions can ...
Posterior decompression and stabilization with corpectomy
The major posterior approaches to the vertebral body in the thoracic spine are: Transpedicular; Costotranversectomy; The costotransversectomy provides a wider working corridor and better exposure of the contralateral vertebral body.
Minimally Invasive Thoracic Corpectomy: Surgical Strategies for ...
The rapid expansion of minimally invasive techniques for corpectomy in the thoracic spine provides promise to redefine treatment options in this region. Techniques have evolved permitting anterior, lateral, posterolateral, and midline posterior corpectomy in a minimally invasive fashion.
Corpectomy - NeuroSpine Plus
A thoracic corpectomy is performed in the upper or middle back. Unlike a discectomy, which focuses only on removing the affected disc material, an anterior cervical corpectomy at NeuroSpine Plus is a more involved approach. It entails removing segments of the spine while addressing structural abnormalities.
Thoracic Corpectomy - Asian Spine Hospital
Thoracic corpectomy is a procedure which involves removal of damaged vertebrae and intervertebral discs in the upper and mid back region (thoracic spine). It is performed to provide pain relief in cases of spinal nerve compression in the thoracic spine region.
Thoracic Spine Surgery
2023年8月12日 · Thoracic corpectomy is a complex surgical procedure that requires careful planning and expertise from spine surgeons. The procedure aims to relieve symptoms, improve the patient’s quality of life, and prevent neurological complications associated …
Corpectomy Surgery - Penn Spine & Orthopedic
2024年6月13日 · Thoracic or Lumbar Corpectomy, also known as dorsal corpectomy, addresses issues in the chest and lower back, such as fractures, infections, or tumors. Corpectomy costs vary based on surgical complexity, location, and insurance.