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Should elderly woman having posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion be sharing a bed with dogs post-op or does this increase risk of infection?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Not a good idea: Would recommend addressing postoperative care directly with surgical team. The risk for infection would be increased in above circumstances.

Answered 3/13/2020

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A member asked:

Should elderly woman having posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion be sharing a bed with dogs post-op or does this increase risk of infection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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