Neurophysiological Assessment of the Degenerative Cervical Spine
This spine surgery lecture is about the neurophysiological assessment of degenerative cervical spine disorders. The author describes the role of MEPs, SSEP and EMG in diagnosis, prognosis, localisation, and the limitations of each modality.
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Lecturer: Fahed Zairi, MD
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
- Up to 3 CME Credits
Ref.ID: 2_5_zairi
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.026
What you will cover in this lecture
This spine surgery lecture describes the neurophysiological assessment tools available for the diagnosis and treatment of degenerative disorders of the cervical spine.
The role of each neurophysiological study is discussed in detail regarding their procedure, objectivity, diagnosis, localisaton, prognostic value and limitations. The role of MEP in diagnosing myelopathy is described, and the precautions to be taken when using this modality are highlighted.
The role of SSEP in detecting severe myelopathy is highlighted. There is a description of the various waveforms encountered while performing this study and how to interpret the data.
Finally, EMG is discussed in light of its role to rule out differential diagnosis.
Learning Objectives
- Concept of neurophysiological assessment
- Indications and limitations of SSEPs and MEPS
- Basics of EMG
Target Groups
Practicing Spine Surgeons
in Orthopaedic or Neurosurgical services for Continuing Education or recertification
Fahed Zairi, MD
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Center Lille
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Author
Lecture Presentation
Neurophysiological Assessment
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
- Up to 3 CME Credits
Access This Lecture
You can get access to this spine lecture by enrolling on our Diploma in Spine Surgery or purchasing a lecture bundle:
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