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| What is the purpose of a Laminectomy for Discectomy with Spinal Fixation procedure? |
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Definition
| It's used for decompression of a nerve root that has been impinged by an extruded fragment of disc material. |
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| What are the 5 main regions of the spine and how many bones do each have? |
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| Cervical (7 bones), Thoracic (12 bones), Lumbar (5 bones), sacrum (5 bones), and Coccyx (4 bones). |
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| Formation of osteophytes. |
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| What region of the spine is the most prone for Laminectomy for Discectomy? |
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| The lower lumbar region is the most prone due to it's weight bearing configuration. |
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| What are the diagnostic tests and procedures for this surgery? |
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Definition
| Plain radiographic films of the spine, CT or MRI scanning, and myelogram to identify lumbar disc herniations. |
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| What can happen to the body if a nerve root is compressed? |
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Definition
| The compression can result in paraplegia, quadriplegia, or in severe cases, may cause sensory loss in the upper extremities. |
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| What position will the patient be in for this procedure? |
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| Which instrument may be used to remove bone spurs? |
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| What is a possible specimen for this procedure? |
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Definition
| Disc fragments from an intervertebral disc. |
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| If a vertebrae is "fused" due to the removal of a disc, what can be used to replace the disc? |
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Definition
| Bone graft (donor bone, autograft, etc.) |
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| If an autograft is harvested, where is it harvested from? |
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| What are the responsibilities of vertebrae C1 (atlas) and C2 (axis)? |
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Definition
C1: Supports the skull
C2: Allows the skull to rotate, flex, and extend. |
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| What is the name of the foramen that houses the spinal cord? |
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| Through what foramen do spinal nerves exit the Vertebral Foramen? |
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| What will the patient be laying on during the procedure? |
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