A new technique for cervical discography 2006
Interventional Spine
Chi S. Zee, MD, ASSR Member
Paul E. Kim, MD, ASSR Member
John L. Go, MD, ASSR Member
Scientific Paper
Purpose
To evaluate a new technique in performing cervical discography.
Methods & Materials
Cervical discography were performed in three patients at six levels. A curved 25 gauge needle was used in conjunction with a 21 gauge introducer needle in a co-axial fashion. The patient was in supine position, and the introducer needle was placed from the lateral neck under CT guidance. The introducer needle tip is placed at the anterolateral aspect of the disc space, followed by placement of the curved needle into the disc space.
Results
Cervical discography was performed successfully at all six levels using this technique. Patients had only minimal discomfort. No complications were encountered
Conclusion
A new technique using co-axial, curved needle and CT guidance may be a good alternative to the conventional technique for performing cervical discography
References
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