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I had an l5-s1 tlif with instrumentation 2/12/15. since, i have had a rectangular swollen area about 1.5" above the fusion site. any ideas?
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Seroma: Multiple potential causes, I would discuss directly with your surgeon. One cause that is fairly common is to have developed a "Seroma" from your surgery. A Seroma is a fluid collection that can develop in healing tissues and often slowly resorb a over weeks to months after your surgery. Again, I would just make sure your surgeon is aware.
Answered 11/28/2017
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