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X-STOP Surgery

Possible Complications of X-STOP Surgery

Spinal surgery is not without risk.

Specific information on the rates of complications for the X-STOP® IPD® System and spinal surgery should be discussed with your doctor.

Complications of spinal surgery that may be associated with X-STOP surgery include, but are not limited to the following:

  • implant dislodgement (movement out of place)
  • implant not positioned correctly
  • fracture of the spinous process
  • foreign body reaction (ex. allergic reaction)
  • additional surgery, which could include removal of the X-STOP implant
  • mechanical failure of the implant.

Complications related to any type of surgery may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • reactions to anesthesia
  • heart attack
  • infection, which could require medication or an operation
  • blood vessel damage/bleeding
  • bruising (hematoma)
  • pneumonia
  • blood clots
  • wound closure problems
  • spinal cord or nerve damage
  • pain or discomfort
  • paralysis
  • stroke
  • death

Please consult your doctor about the complication rates related to surgery.

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