Abstract
Abstract: Cervical spine osteochondrosis is a chronic degenerative condition affecting intervertebral discs, vertebral bodies, and adjacent structures in the neck region. This article reviews the clinical manifestations, including pain syndromes, neurological deficits, and vascular complications. Diagnostic challenges, stage-dependent symptomatology, and their correlation with imaging findings are discussed. Tables summarize the main clinical signs, symptom patterns, and differential diagnosis.
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