Anterior Cervical Fusion Treatment in India
About Anterior Cervical Fusion
Key Highlights
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Direct decompression of spinal nerves and cord from the front, often with less muscle disruption.Effective relief from chronic neck pain, arm pain (radiculopathy), and neurological symptoms like numbness or weakness.Restores spinal stability and alignment, preventing further damage.High success rates for improving mobility and quality of life when conservative treatments fail.Utilizes advanced techniques like surgical microscopy and intraoperative imaging for precision.
Who is this surgery for?
- Cervical radiculopathy: Arm pain, numbness, or weakness due to a herniated disc or bone spur pinching a nerve root.
- Cervical myelopathy: Compression of the spinal cord causing balance issues, clumsiness in hands, or gait disturbances.
- Symptomatic degenerative disc disease with significant neck pain unresponsive to therapy.
- Spinal instability from trauma (fracture) or following a previous surgery.
- Cervical spinal deformity (e.g., kyphosis) causing pain or neurological deficit.
- Certain types of spinal tumors or infections requiring stabilization.
How to prepare
- Complete pre-operative medical evaluation, including blood tests, ECG, and imaging (MRI, CT scan).
- Disclosure of all medications; cessation of blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as directed by the surgeon.
- Management of chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension to optimize surgical safety.
- Pre-operative counseling with the neurosurgeon and anesthesiologist to discuss the plan and address concerns.
- Arranging for post-operative support at home for the initial recovery period.
- Fasting (no food or drink) for 8-12 hours before the scheduled surgery time.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Reaction to anesthesia, infection, bleeding, or blood clots (DVT/PE).
- Specific risks: Temporary or permanent hoarseness or swallowing difficulty due to nerve manipulation.
- Nerve injury potentially leading to worsened pain, weakness, or paralysis (rare).
- Spinal cord injury (very rare but serious).
- Graft-related issues: Non-union (failure of bones to fuse), graft displacement, or donor site pain.
- Hardware complications: Plate or screw loosening, breakage, or irritation.
- Adjacent segment disease: Increased stress on vertebrae above or below the fusion over time.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically involves 1-3 days for pain management, monitoring, and initial mobilization.
- A cervical collar may be prescribed for several weeks to support the neck and promote fusion.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medications; a soft diet may be recommended initially if swallowing is sore.
- Gradual return to light activities; heavy lifting, twisting, and strenuous exercise are restricted for months.
- Physical therapy is often initiated after the initial healing phase to restore strength and range of motion.
- Follow-up appointments and imaging (X-rays) are scheduled to monitor the fusion's progress.
- A full recovery and return to all normal activities, including physically demanding jobs, can take 3-6 months or longer.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering anterior cervical fusion in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for anterior cervical fusion in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Cytecare Hospital, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform anterior cervical fusion. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for anterior cervical fusion compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Anterior Cervical Fusion in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing anterior cervical fusion.
Hyderabad, India
67 Doctors
Aditya Sharma, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Aditya Sharma, a 42-year-old software engineer and father of two, had always been active, playing weekend cricket with his sons. For over a year, he experienced worsening neck pain and a persistent 'pins and needles' sensation in his right thumb and index finger, which began to affect his typing and focus at work. An MRI revealed a severe herniated disc at C5-C6, compressing his spinal cord. His neurosurgeon, Dr. Mehta, explained that the disc was not only causing his current symptoms but posed a risk of permanent nerve damage. Aditya was terrified of surgery near his spine but equally scared of losing his ability to work and play with his kids. The anterior cervical fusion was performed, and he woke up with immediate relief from the arm numbness. His recovery involved a neck brace for six weeks and gradual physical therapy. Within three months, he was back at his desk pain-free and has since returned to gentle cricket practice. The emotional relief was profound; he moved from a state of constant anxiety about his future to immense gratitude for regaining his active life and role as a provider and father.
Neurosurgeons for Anterior Cervical Fusion
Explore experienced neurosurgeons who regularly perform anterior cervical fusion and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 8 Years Experience
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- 21 Years Experience
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- 29 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 21 Years Experience
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- 13 Years Experience
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