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Loss of lordosis at C5–7 following 2-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion is associated with an increased risk of subsequent reoperations. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.SUPPORTS_CONSENSUS.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This study aims to explore the relationship between lordosis loss at C5–7 and the need for reoperations following anterior cervical discectomy and fusion.

February 27, 2026Clinical Spine Surgery A Spine Publication0 citations

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Loss of Lordosis at C5–7 Following 2-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Is Associated With Subsequent Reoperations

MSManjot Singh APAlejandro Perez-Albela PSPuru Sadh

Key Points

This study aims to explore the relationship between lordosis loss at C5–7 and the need for reoperations following anterior cervical discectomy and fusion.
Analysis of patient outcomes after two-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF).
Evaluation of sagittal alignment post-surgery.
Assessment of rates of subsequent reoperations.
Significant sagittal correction was noted post-ACDF.
Limited segmental improvement correlated with higher reoperation rates.
Achieving sufficient lordosis is crucial for optimal surgical outcomes.

Abstract

C5-C7 ACDF yields significant sagittal correction. However, limited segmental improvement may increase reoperation risk. Achieving sufficient correction is important to optimize outcomes and reduce complications.

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Loss of Lordosis at C5–7 Following 2-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Is Associated With Subsequent Reoperations

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