Abstract
CASE: We present 2 cases of postoperative seroma formation following posterior cervical fusion with the use of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2). CONCLUSION: Although some who advocate for the off-label use of rhBMP-2 in patients undergoing posterior cervical spine fusion believe it to be safe, relatively little has been published regarding complication rates. We believe that rhBMP-2 carries a risk of seroma formation in patients who undergo posterior cervical fusion, which necessitates the use of a postoperative drain. Surgeons should have a low threshold for obtaining postoperative magnetic resonance imaging in a symptomatic patient.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | e74 |
Journal | JBJS case connector |
Volume | 8 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 1 2018 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine