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Artificial disc arthroplasty (ACDA)

Description

Artificial cervical disc arthroplasty (ACDA) is a surgical procedure that may replace cervical fusion in selected patients suffering from cervical degenerative disc disease. The main outcome of ACDA that sets it apart from fusion is the preservation of the spine mobility. The aim of this report is to review the literature for evidence of effectiveness and safety of the cervical artificial disks approved by Health Canada.

Updated

April 1, 2009

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Alberta Health Technologies Decision Process arthroplasty degenerative disc disease health technology assessment

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Type
Report
Extent

114 pages

Frequency

Once

Publisher / Creator Information

Publisher

Health and Wellness (1999-2013)

Place of Publication

Calgary

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Resource Dates

Date Created

2009-04-01

Date Added

2017-09-28T19:48:16.670674

Date Modified

2009-04-01

Date Issued

2009-04-01

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