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Regards to a posterial cervical fusion this is my 3rd cervical surgery 1st 2 were anterior i am concerned what are the risks w/this surgery?
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Multiple : In an otherwise healthy person, a posterior cervical surgery is relatively safe; but potential complications can include infection, blood loss requiring transfusion, nerve injury, excessive scarring, and worsening in your pain to name a few. I would definitely discuss in detail with your surgeon.
Answered 2/26/2015
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