Incidence and Related Risk Factors of Pulmonary Complications After Spinal Fusion Surgery: A Retrospective Nationwide Inpatient Sample Database Study.

Introduction An increasing trend in spinal fusion surgeries has been observed due to the increasing demand from the aging population and the development of novel spinal fixation devices. 1 Between 1990 and 2014, there was an overall 118% increase in spine fusion surgeries across the US. 1 A comprehensive understanding of the major complications after spinal fusion surgery is essential for assessing the potential healthcare burden.

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