Base Case Estimated Long Term Costs for ACDF versus CDA by Patient Age.
| Patient Age | ACDF | CDA | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | $31,780 | $24,119 | $7,661 |
| 50 | $30,968 | $23,437 | $7,531 |
| 55 | $29,846 | $22,610 | $7,236 |
| 60 | $28,238 | $21,588 | $6,650 |
| 65 | $26,630 | $20,621 | $6,008 |
Abbreviations: ACDF, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion; CDA, cervical disc arthroplasty.