It was reported in journal article "octyl-cyanoacrylate skin adhesive is effective for wound closure in posterior spinal surgery without increased risk of wound complications¿ that the patient underwent c5-t1 laminectomy with c4-t1 pedicle screw and rod construct (psr) and suture was used.The procedure was performed during the period (b)(6) 2010 through (b)(6) 2013.For intradural case, the dura was closed with suture in the simple running fashion.Leaks were patched using an autologous muscle patch secured using interrupted suture.The patient experienced cerebrospinal fluid (csf) leak with infection and was treated with washout, wound revision, and antibiotics.Additional information has been requested.
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