Predictors of Dysphagia After Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A Prospective Multicenter Study.

Abstract

Dysphagia is common immediately after ACDF, but rates of prolonged dysphagia are similar to preoperative baseline rates. We identified dysphagia rates over time and several patient factors associated with development of short- and long-term postoperative dysphagia.Level of Evidence: 3.