Abnormal metal ion levels following spinal instrumentation surgery.

J Orthop Surg Res · 2025 · PMC12042348 · PMID 40301963

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Despite high heterogeneity across studies, the consistent direction of effect underscores a clear trend of elevated metal ion levels post-surgery.

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