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Review Question - QID 211245

Anterior Approach to Cervical Spine QID: 211245 (SBQ18SP.13)
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QID 211245 (Type "211245" in App Search)
A 60-year-old male undergoes a C6-7 ACDF for intractable C7 radiculopathy via a left-sided approach. He previously had the same procedure performed at a more cephalad level through a left-sided approach that left him with hoarseness that resolved with time. Video V labels the anatomic landmark then shows a technique step that is part of the routine dissection for this procedure. Excessive electrocautery during this technical step in the lateral muscles that are being retracted would put the patient at risk for which of the following symptoms:

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