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Are there really a lot of risks associated with an scs? or is it generally a safe procedure?
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Chronic pain: Spinal cord stimulation involves a trial followed by a permanent implantation of the stimulator if the trial is successful. The entire process is generally safe but there are small risks of infection, failure to eliminate the pain, spinal fluid leak, blood clot formation, and rarely paralysis. Discuss with your physician the risks, benefits, and alternative treatments to eliminate the pain.
Answered 6/10/2017
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