Laminoplasty vs Fusion
For multi-level cervical myelopathy, laminoplasty preserves neck motion. Chinese spine surgeons at top centers perform 200+ laminoplasties annually.
Cost
C3-C6 laminoplasty: $12,000-22,000 in China vs $50,000-90,000 in the USA. Includes hospital stay, surgeon fees, and initial physiotherapy.