Vertebral body replacement using patient-specific three-dimensional-printed polymer implants in cervical spondylotic myelopathy: an encouraging preliminary report

This preliminary report suggests a possible benefit of the use of patient-specific implants in CSM treatment. The favorable clinical and radiological outcomes were associated with a correct achievement rate; these are promising elements toward the development of the concept of personalized therapy. Nonetheless, these encouraging results have to be confirmed now with a longer follow-up and a larger cohort.