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Moe5038

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C-spine Fusion : how long does plate and screws stay in?
Posted: 11-12-07 19:25pm

Hi, about 2 yrs ago, I had C-spine fusion C5-6, they removed bone and replaced it with donor bone, then placed titanum plate and 4 screws. My question, seeing as how my Dr didn't answer me, how long does this plate and screws stay in?

I am having feelings like something is blocking my throat once in a while I can feel something there when I swollow. Is something wrong.

I cannot go back to the original Dr, because he quit the clinic where I was going and the clinic does not take my insurance anylonger. And I don't know where the Dr is. Help...

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Tyton

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Sounds Normal to Me.
Posted: 11-14-07 12:32pm

Hi Moe,

Except in the event of hardware failure while your fusion is healing, and I’m assuming that 2 years post surgery your fusion has fused, it is unusual to ever remove this hardware. Even in the event of hardware failure, the hardware is usually replaced and not removed.

The “blockage” or “chocking” sensation that you’re periodically experiencing is a normal and common side affect from anterior fusions, and usually doesn’t go away. It is likely that you are occasionally feeling the hardware when you swallow; there is nothing wrong and nothing that you can do to change it.

Best Wishes,
Tyton
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