Welcome to Neuro Talk. I read the report that you posted. I hope that you do get another opinion from a neurologist, even if you decided you want to go ahead with the surgery. It is really important to do so. Any time you have cord compression, or severe narrowing, they do alot of times recommend the surgery. You should know Exactly what the surgeon plans to do, before the proceedure, not be told after. That was one things that kind of concerned me. I do wish you all the best. ginnie