The neck, or cervical spine, consists of seven vertebrae (C1-C7). Common pathologies in the anterior (front) cervical spine include, but are not limited to, disc herniation, stenosis, degenerative disc disease (DDD), and vertebral body tumor or trauma. Surgical treatment for these pathologies is referred to as anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). This procedure generally consists of resecting soft-tissue or bone to decompress nerves roots or the spinal cord, then stabilizing so long-term healing can occur. In conjunction with spinal decompression, the use of anterior cervical plates, such as the NuVasive® Helix and Gradient Plus® Anterior Cervical Plate systems, and standalone cervical interbody fixation devices, such as the CoRoent® Small Interlock™ system, provide stability and fixation for varying patient anatomies.

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