Table 2

Overview of re-operations in the series.

Reason for Re-operation n (%)Time from Index Surgery (mo)
Clear pseudarthrosis3 (5.2%)11, 19, and 27
Progressive cage subsidence1 (1.7%)2
Foraminal stenosis at index level1 (1.7%)3
Metal allergy reaction2 (3.4%)7 and 9
Adjacent segment degeneration1 (1.7%)17
Ongoing paina 1 (1.7%)4
Total9 (15.5%)Not applicable
  • a No subsidence or pseudarthrosis.