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Demonstrates a new surgical approach to the anterior cervical spine, suggesting it reduces complications in surgical procedures.
The study presents and validates a new approach to the anterior subaxial cervical spine. Compared with traditional SRA, the IHMA offers similar or better exposure while requiring much less tissue retraction. It provides wider working areas and greater exposure with minimal soft tissue and visceral manipulation, suggesting potential benefits in reducing postoperative complications.
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