Tag Eric O. Klineberg

Neurosurgery

Secondary Infections of the Spine

Summary of Key Points Primary infection of the spine is an infection that spreads to the spine hematogenously, whereas a secondary infection is an infection that occurs following spine surgery (i.e., surgical site infection [SSI]). SSI is defined as an…

Benzel's Spine Surgery
March 6, 2024

Neurosurgery

Complications in Spine Surgery: Expected Rates and Classification

Summary of Key Points Complications are common in spine surgery, with reported rates ranging from 8% to 40%. In addition to typical complications of surgery, spinal surgery presents unique complication risks, including neurological deficits, implant failure, and adjacent-segment disease, among…

Benzel's Spine Surgery
March 6, 2024