Device Problem
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problems
Fever (1858); Bone Fracture(s) (1870); Unspecified Infection (1930); Neurological Deficit/Dysfunction (1982); Skin Irritation (2076); Burning Sensation (2146)
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Event Date 01/25/2020 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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A report was received that a patient developed a herpes simplex infection at the well healing implant site 10 days after the spacer was implanted.The patient developed clusters of small vesicles in the lumber region.The patient reported burning symptoms and a return of her inability to walk.The patient was initially treated with antibiotic but the infection did not resolve.The patient then developed a fever 14 days after implantation and was hospitalized.A spinous process fracture was also noted.The patient was then treated with a different iv antibiotic and the issue resolved.
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Event Description
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A report was received that a patient developed a herpes simplex infection at the well healing implant site 10 days after the spacer was implanted.The patient developed clusters of small vesicles in the lumbar region.The patient reported burning symptoms and a return of her inability to walk.The patient was initially treated with antibiotic but the infection did not resolve.The patient then developed a fever 14 days after implantation and was hospitalized.A spinous process fracture was also noted.The patient was then treated with a different iv antibiotic and the issue resolved.
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