CME expires May 31, 2025
Sharpen your problem-solving skills with relevant patient cases from experts on the frontlines!
In this journal-based CME activity, you will review the indications, surgical considerations, and outcomes of cervical laminoplasty by following an evolving patient case scenario based on a recent article from the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS). After the reading, you will complete an assessment to test your orthopaedic knowledge, problem solving, and clinical decision-making skills.
Case Editor
Deeptee Jain, MD
Learning Objectives
Discuss the current indications and contraindications for cervical laminoplasty.
Explain various laminoplasty techniques with respect to hinging, fixation, and surgical approach.
Summarize important preoperative considerations for patients undergoing cervical laminoplasty.
Review the outcomes of cervical laminoplasty reported in the literature.
Review the outcomes of laminoplasty versus laminectomy and anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion for the management of cervical myelopathy.
List the complications of laminoplasty.
Earn up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits™.