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Although a multitude of optionsexistfor the management of osteoporosis, only one
anabolictherapyexists,teriparatide(Forteo,EliLilly,Indianapolis,IN).
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Teriparatideisa
recombinant form of a portion of the parathyroid hormone (PTH). Although PTH
increases osteoclastic activity, via osteoblast signaling, pulsatile administration of
teriparatideincreasesosteoblasticactivitytoagreaterdegree,increasingbone formation.
Anadverseeffectofteriparatideobservedinanimalmodelswasosteosarcomaformation,
however,and patients with risk factors for osteosarcoma, including Paget’s diseaseand
priorradiationtherapy,should avoidteriparatideexposure.Incasesof acontraindication
to teriparatide,we often employ denosumab,a monoclonal antibodythatbinds receptor
activator of nuclear-κB (RANK) ligand (RANKL). The binding of RANKL prevents
RANK activations,thereby suppressing osteoclastactivation. This isan “anti-catabolic”
mechanism of osteoporosis management, however, similar to bisphosphonates. Both
denosumabandbisphosphonatesdelaycallusmaturationinfracturemodels,whichlikely
behave similarly to a fusion model, but there is no human evidence to support a
correlation between exposure to these anti-catabolic medications and pseudarthrosis.
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Nonetheless, we attempt to avoid bisphosphonate exposure early in the spine fusion
process,asthereareanimaldatatosupportanegativeeffectofbisphosphonates.Thereis
some evidence,however, thata combination of teriparatide andbisphosphonate therapy
may be ideal to maximize callus formation and rigidity, with early teriparatide
administrationfollowedbyconversiontobisphosphonatetherapy.
Surgical techniques may play a role in instrumenting the osteoporotic spine as well.
Speciallydesigned screwthreads havebeen shownto increaseinsertional torque,which
maybenefitthedurabilityofaconstructinosteoporoticbone.Hydroxyapatitecoatinghas
also been shown to increase screw purchase. As the pedicle is often patulous in the
osteoporoticspine,onemay choosetoavoidtappingthechannel ofthepediclescrew.If
tappingisperformed,itshouldundersizetheanticipatedscrewdiameterby1mmormore.
Screw diameters should be maximized, at least 70% of pedicle diameter, to ensure an
appropriateinterferencefitwithinthepedicle.Screwlengthshouldbemaximizedand,in
extremecases,onemaychoosetotaptheanteriorcortexandachievebicorticalpurchase
of the screw, as this will significantly improve pullout strength. One should attempt to
leavethedorsalcortexintactaswell,asthismayminimizescrewtogglingandloosening.
Implantmaterials areamatter ofpreference andare debatedamong spinaldeformity
surgeons.Weprefertouse5.5-mmcobalt-chromium(Co-Cr)rodsincasesofdegenerative
scoliosiswithpoorbonequality.Inlarger,stifferreconstructions,wecommonlyusea6.0-
mmCo-Crrodonthe“workingside,”andplacea5.5-mmCo-Cronthecontralateralside.
Somesurgeonsprefercommerciallypuretitaniumrods,whichareabitlessstiffthanCo-
Cr,believingthat thiswillstress thebone–implantinterface less,thereby decreasingthe
incidence of adjacent segment problems. Conversely, some surgeons prefer 6.35-mm
stainless steel (SS) rods, believing this is the most durable metal for spinal deformity
surgery.Inaseriesofspinaldeformitypatients,implantfracturewaslesscommonamong
thosefixedwithCo-Crrods.
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Incasesofthree-columnosteotomy(i.e.,pediclesubtraction
osteotomy, vertebral column resection), dominoes are used to span the osteotomylevel
withmorethantworods,increasingtherigidityoftheconstructattheosteotomysiteand
decreasingmicromotion. In anycase, securefixation, withaccurate screwplacement,is
required along the length of the deformity. This increases the rigidity of the construct,
decreasingnonunionrates.Weperformhigh-densityinstrumentation(1.8screws/level)in
thevastmajority ofASD surgeries.Although thisissue is debatedregarding adolescent
idiopathicscoliosis,wefeelstronglythathigh-densityinstrumentationisneededinASD.
Inall cases instrumentedto S1,we placedistal supportingscrews, oftenS2-alar-iliac
(S2AI)oriliacscrews.
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IliacscrewsdistaltoS1decreasestrainonS1fixationinflexion,
minimizingmicromotionatthelumbosacraljunction.S2AIscrewshavebeenproposedas
analternativetoiliacscrews,withamoreventralstartingpointand“in-line”tulipheads,
facilitating rod placement. Midterm results of S2AI screws are encouraging, and we
employthistechniquefrequently.AthirdoptionfordistalfixationisS2-alarscrews.These
screwsoffersupporttoS1pullout,withoutcrossingorimmobilizingthesacroiliacjoint.If
onechoosestousethismethod,attentionmustbepaidtothecourseoftheL5root,as it
courses over the front of the sacral ala. Bone graft materials should consist of locally
obtainedautograft,allograft,andiliaccrestbonegraft(ICBG)orrbBMP-2.Weroutinely
usefresh-frozencancellousallograft,asitsosteoinductivepropertiesarelikelybetterthan
thoseofcorticalchips.Inlongfusions,inadequatevolumesofICBGmayindicatetheuse
of rh-BMP2 in an off-label fashion. We have shown this to be an effective method of
improving fusion rates. We neither use nor advocate other so-called osteobiologic
products, as the evidence to support their use is weak. The dorsal elements should be
decorticated,usinggaugesorburs,tofreshbleedingbone.Bleedingboneisarequisitefor
competitivefusion rates.Ifusing morethan tworodsor cross-links,they arefixedafter
bonegraftplacement,tominimizedisruptionandinterferencewithcontiguousgrafting.
Inthevastmajorityofcases,thediagnosisofpseudarthrosisismadewiththepresence
oflooseor fracturedimplants.Weintervenewhenthere isaprogressionofdeformity or
pain.Intheabsenceofprogression,weoftenobserveunilateralrodfractures.Whenboth
rodshavefractured,weusuallyrecommendrevisionsurgery.Inasmallnumberofcases,a
pseudarthrosismaypresentassymptomsconsistentwithneuralelementcompression(e.g.,
radiculopathy, claudication) due to scar tissue/fibrous callus accumulation (Fig. 11.3).
Computedtomography(CT),withfinecutsandmetalsubtraction,isthepreferredimaging
modalityfordiagnosingpseudarthrosis.
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Flexion/extension radiographshavebeen used,
thoughtheyarenotassensitiveasCTscanning.
Management of pseudarthrosis consists of revision surgery. The use of rh-BMP2 in
posterolateral fusion revisions has received Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
approval. When revising a pseudarthrosis case, inspection of the entire fusion mass is
recommended, as one pseudarthrosis may beget another.
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 In our experience, most
pseudarthrosispresentsatL5-S1,L4-L5,andatthethoracolumbarjunction,inthatorder.
Revision surgery often consists of anterior column support, if not already done, in the
formofaTLIF,ALIF,ortranspsoasinterbodyfusion.Optionsfor graftmaterialinclude
titanium,polyetheretherketone(PEEK),andallograft.Ourpreferenceistousetitanium,as
itbondstobone,increasingthestabilityoftheconstructandlikelyimprovingfusionrates.
The pseudarthrosis tissue should be debrided, as these tissues are unable to undergo
mineralization and must be removed to achieve union. In the lumbar spine, we often
perform a posterior column osteotomy through the pseudarthrosis tissue and compress
through the pseudarthrosis. In addition to encouraging fusion by exposure of bleeding
cancellous bone, the osteotomyaids in restoration of lordosis, taking tension offof the
fusion mass and promoting compression at the pseudarthrosis level. If rh-BMP2 is not
used, we use autogenous iliac crest graft, as the biologic activity of allograft is not
sufficient to create a competitive environment for fusion in the setting of a previous
pseudarthrosis.Forcasesoflumbosacraljunctionpseudarthrosis,weensurethatwehave
adequatedistalfixation, consistingofpedicle screwsatthefirstsacralvertebraand iliac
screws below that. In the case of patulous, eroded S1 pedicles, we place multiple iliac
screwsoneachside.
Fig.11.3A61-year-oldmanpresentedwithasagittalplanemalalignmentandL4radiculopathyduetopseudarthrosis.
Notethevacuumdiskwithintheinstrumentedlevels,indicativeofapseudarthrosis.
The postoperative routine is unchanged in the management of pseudarthrosis. No
bracing is used and the patients are mobilized on postoperative day 1. Strict activity
precautions are established, however, and patients are instructed on how to safely rise
frombedandaregivenafront-wheeledwalkertousefor6weekstoencourageanupright
posture, discouraging flexion through the revision fusion mass. Teriparatide therapy is
continuedforaminimumof3monthsaftersurgery.WedonotperformCTscanningfor
evaluation of fusion masses,as the exposure to radiation is excessive, andfindings are
unlikelytoaffectourmanagementofthepatient.
Careful attention to detail in preoperative planning, intraoperative performance, and
postoperative rehabilitation helps surgeons minimize pseudarthrosis in their practice.
Smoking cessation is absolutely mandatory to ensure competitive results. Appropriate
choicesofbiologicsandinstrumentationhelpincreasefusionrates.However,anonunion
rate of 0% is not realistic, and the informed decision-making process should include
discussionoftheriskofreoperationfornonunioninASDsurgery.
Infection
Perioperative surgical-site infection (SSI) is a significant cause of morbidity in ASD
surgery, with reported rates ranging from 0.3% to 20%.
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 These rates include both
superficialanddeepwoundinfections;thetreatmentsandimplicationsforeachdiffer.In
manyinstances, asuperficialinfection canbemanaged onanoutpatient basis,withoral
antibioticsalone.Conversely,adeepwoundinfectionisacatastrophe,nearlyuniversally
managed with rehospitalization, revision surgery, and prolonged intravenous antibiotics
followedbyoralantibiotics.
A review of the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) Morbidity and Mortality database
revealedanoverallinfectionrateof2.1%incasesperformedbyparticipatingmembers.
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This cohort included a heterogeneous mix of procedures, including noninstrumented
degenerative lumbar surgeries, in addition to instrumented ASD procedures. Not
surprisingly, less extensive surgeries, including lumbar diskectomies and minimally
invasiveTLIFprocedureswereassociatedwithlowerratesofinfection.Thosecasesthat
were associated with instrumented spinal fusions had higher rates of infection.
Neuromuscular scoliosis (14%) and postlaminectomy kyphosis (5.1%) had the highest
ratesofpostoperativewoundinfection.Revisionsurgeriesweremorecommonlyaffected
byinfections(3.3%vs2.0%),anddeepinfectionsweremorecommoninthissituationas
well.
Although the SRS database provides good epidemiological data regarding rates of
infections,itdoesnotprovidethegranulardatathatallowforfinerconclusionsregarding
postoperativeinfectionsintheASDpopulation.Severalsmallerserieshavereviewedthe
rates of reoperation for patients undergoing ASD reconstructions. Pichelmann et al
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publishedourgroup’sexperiencewithprimaryASDsurgeries,notingarateofreoperation
forinfectionof1.4%andaccountingfor15.5%ofrevisionsurgeries.Onemustnotethat
thisrateis likelylowerthanthe truevalue,as superficialinfectionsareunlikely tohave
undergone reoperation. As a follow-up study, we reviewed the rates of unanticipated
reoperation for revision ASD procedures, noting infection in 14% of revision surgeries
performed.
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Theseratesaresimilartothosepresentedbyothers,withinfectionaccounting
for15%ofrevisionsurgeriesinASD.
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Adultspinaldeformitysurgeriesareathigherriskforperioperativeinfectionthanother
orthopedic or neurologic surgeries because of the long duration, high estimated blood
losses, large surface areas, and extensive use of implants. It stands to reason that the
longera wound isexposed toair,the more likelysome contaminationmay occur.High
estimated blood losses are often associated with the need for perioperative allogeneic
transfusions. Although allogeneic transfusions are associated with major complications,
such as transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI), more common are perioperative
infections, includingSSI, urinary tract infections,and respiratory tractinfections.
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The
exposuretoallogeneicbloodandproteinsisassociatedwithanimmunomodulatoryeffect
that may depress the immune response to pathogens, making the patient susceptible to
SSI. This relationship has been shown in less extensive lumbar degenerative fusion
proceduresandthesameislikelytrueinASD.
Implants render patients susceptible to deep wound infections, as there is a race
between nativecells and bacteriato the implantsurface. Bacteria forma glycocalyx on
implants,whichhelpsthemadheretothesurface.The glycocalyx“protects” thebacteria
from antibiotics, duetopoor penetrance by antibiotics, and also decreases thevalue of
woundculture,asbacteriabecomeadherenttotheglycocalyxandarenoteasilyshedinto
the wound bed. There is evidence that titanium and cobalt chromium implants are less
susceptible toglycocalyx formation than stainlesssteel. Our preference isto use Co-Cr
rodsfortheirmaterialpropertiesinASD.
PatientdemographicscertainlyhelpidentifythoseatriskfordevelopingSSI.Thus,as
withpseudarthrosis,itisimperativethatthesepatientsareidentifiedandthatappropriate
stepsaretakentominimizetheriskofSSI.Acomprehensivereviewofpatientstreatedat
our institution, with an overall deep infection rate of 2.0%, found that a concomitant
diagnosis of diabetes had the strongest association with a perioperative infection (odds
ratio[OR],3.5).
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Theimportanceofcontrolledbloodglucoselevelswasemphasized,as
evenpatientswithoutadiagnosisofdiabetesbutwithepisodesofhyperglycemiashowed
a higherrate ofinfection. These findingswere later supportedby Richards etal,
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who
foundanincreasedrate ofinfectioninorthopedictraumapatientswithpoorlycontrolled
perioperative blood glucose levels. Obesity (body mass index 30–35 kg/m
2
) was also
associatedwithanincreasedriskofinfection(OR,2/2).
Preincision antibiotic prophylaxis is mandatory,and antibiotics must be given at the
appropriatetime. Wehave showna 3.4-foldincreased riskof infectionin thosepatients
whodidnotreceiveintravenouscefazolinwithin1hourofincision.Inastudyofpediatric
spinaldeformitysurgeries,Milstoneetal
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foundasimilarrelationshipbetweeninfections
andinappropriateantibioticadministrationtiming.Thechoiceofprophylacticantibiotics
mayvarybyinstitution,butitshould consistofanantibioticwithbroad-spectrumgram-
positivecoverageof commonskinflora.At ourinstitution,prophylaxisisprovided with
cefazolin and vancomycin. In the case of penicillin or cephalosporin allergy, we use
aztreonam.Bothantibioticsaregivenwithin1houroftheskinincision,withvancomycin
startedearliertoprovideanappropriaterateofadministrationandtominimizetheriskof
red man syndrome. During surgery, we re-dose antibiotics at half the time of normal
administration. For example, cefazolin is given every 4 hours, as it is normally given
every8hours.
Intra-site antibiotics, commonly in the form of lyophilized vancomycin powder,
administered atthe time of wound closureare becoming increasingly common. Several
retrospective analyses have shown decreased rates of SSI with the institution of this
technique. Sweet et al
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 published the first report on this method, noting a decreased
prevalence from 2.6% to 0.2% with the use of intra-site vancomycin in adult spine
patients. Thisbenefit has been supportedby several otherstudiesin adult andpediatric
spinesurgeries.Therehavebeennocomplicationsdefinitivelylinkedtothe useofintra-
sitevancomycinpowder,thoughthereareconcernsaboutpseudarthrosis,anaphylaxis,and
“super-infection.”Vancomycinis acidicand changestheenvironment withinthe wound
bed,thoughnoeffectonunionrateshasbeenobserved.Vancomycinpowderiseffective
in eliminatinggram-positive contaminants, butsomeconcern over anincrease in gram-
negativeandpolymicrobialinfectionsexists.Asinglerandomizedcontrolledtrialdidnot
support the effectiveness of lyophilized vancomycin powder.
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 Nonetheless, our
experiencemirrorsthoseofothers,andwecontinuetoemploythispractice.
Weplacebothsuperficialanddeepdrainsatthetimeofwoundclosure.Thereislimited
but not strong evidence supporting their use in spinal deformity surgery. Blank et al
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performed a randomized trial of surgical drains in patients undergoing surgery for
adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. They found increased rates of wound drainage in those
patientstreatedwithoutadrain.Thestudywasunderpoweredandthuscouldnotdetecta
differenceininfectionrates,however.Itstandstoreasonthatanadequatelypoweredstudy
wouldsupportadecreasedrateofpostoperativeinfectionwithdecreasedwounddrainage.
Postoperative drains have been associated with increased rates of perioperative blood
transfusions,andthismustbebalancedwiththepotentialbenefitofwounddrainage.
Diagnosis of spine infections can often be made with a history and physical
examination.Fevers and chillsas wellas lethargy/malaiseare common—theformer are
morefrequentwith acuteinfections,and thelatteraremorecommonwithchronic, deep
infections.In thecaseof acuteinfections, somemayshow wounderythema, fluctuance,
andwounddrainage.Thesesignsarenotubiquitous,however,andtheclinicianmusthave
somelevelofsuspicion.Inchronicinfections,asmalldrainingsinusiscommon,oranew
and enlarging fluctuant mass may be present. Upon presentation, one should draw a
complete blood count and serum C-reactive protein (CRP). We have found CRP to be
more useful than the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) in diagnosing postoperative
infections. In the immediate postoperative period, the half-life of CRP is ~ 2.5 days,
whereasthe kinetics ofESR areof littleutility.Imaging ofthe spineshould beginwith
plainradiographs,whichmay showevidenceofscrewloosening, withhalos,incasesof
chronic infection (Fig. 11.4). Following plain radiographs, CT or magnetic resonance
imaging are of limited utility, as a seroma forms in all cases, regardless of bacterial
contamination.Aspirationofaseromaandfluidanalysismaybeperformedwhenthereis
uncertaintyregardingthepresenceofaninfection.Physiciansuspicionandconcernshould
drivethedecisiontointerveneforasuspectedinfection.
Fig.11.4An11-year-oldgirlwithneuromuscularscoliosispresentedwithpain11monthsafterposteriorspinalfusion.
Explorationrevealedadeepwoundinfection.Notethelucencies(arrows)surroundingthemidthoracicpediclescrews.
Managementofasuperficialinfectionisoftensuccessfulwithantibioticsalone,asthis
is usually a cellulitis related to the surgical wound. Acute, deep wound infections are
treatedaggressivelyinourpractice.Thestandardofcareisirrigationanddebridement.In
thewound isgrosslycontaminated,wemay removeloosegraft. Inthe absenceofgross
contamination, graft and implants are retained. Effort should be made to achieve good
decontaminationofthewound,sothatimplantscanbe retained.Although theirpresence
asaforeignbodymightconcernsurgeons,theinstabilitycausedbyimplantremovalwill
make eradication of the infection more difficult. If there is any question regarding the
levelofcontaminationofthewound,weplaceawoundvacuum-assistedclosure(WVAC)
dressing and return to the operating room in 72 hours for repeat irrigation and
debridement, with possible WVAC change versus delayed primary closure. A chronic,
delayeddeepwound infectionis treated differently, however. Theseinfections are more
commonly associated with less virulent bacteria, such as Propionibacterium acnes or
Staphylococcusepidermidis. As these bacteria are less virulent, and grow more slowly,
intraoperativeculturesshouldbetakenandincubatedforalongerperiodthannormal,14
to28 days. Incases ofchronic, delayed infection,we removeimplants andconfirm the
arthrodesisandtheabsenceofpseudarthrosis.Patientsarefollowedforevidenceofcurve
progressionorpseudarthrosisinfollow-upandarere-instrumentedonlywhenneededfor
deformityprogression.
Whensuccessfullytreated,patientswithdeepwoundinfectionfollowingASDsurgery
can expect good outcomes, equivalent to those of patients who did not encounter this
complication.
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ChapterSummary
Pseudarthrosisandinfectionaretwocommonreasonsforrevisionsurgeryinadultspinal
deformity. Both of these pathologies have risk factors that are modifiable by both the
patientandthesurgeon.NicotineavoidanceismandatoryinASD,giventhealreadyhigh
rate of perioperative complications associated with these surgeries. Evaluation of bone
health,withbonemineraldensitytesting,andtreatmentofosteoporosisshouldberoutine.
Appropriate management of diabetes mellitus, including tight control of perioperative
blood glucose levels, will help minimize risks of perioperative infection. Antibiotic
prophylaxis should be given within an hour of incision and be tailored to prophylaxis
againstcommonflorainthecommunity.
As techniques evolve, with concomitant improvements in implants and biologic
therapies,theratesofthesetwocomplicationswillfall.Ultimately,meticulousattentionto
detail before, during, and after surgery will maximize the likelihood of success and
minimizecomplicationsinthesepatients.
Pearls
Smokingcessationisnecessaryinadultspinaldeformitysurgery.
 Evaluation for osteoporosis, withbone mineral density testing, and appropriate pharmacological intervention
shouldbeperformedinASDpatients.
 Teriparatide is an anabolic agent available for management of osteoporosis and may have some benefit in
achievingarthrodesis.
Facetectomiesmustbeperformed,anddecorticationofdorsalelementsisnecessary.
Recombinanthumanbonemorphogeneticprotein-2decreasesratesofreoperationforpseudarthrosisinASD.
 Informed consent specifically tailored to the use of rh-BMP2 in both on-label and off-label applications
(addressingrisksofpain,seroma,ectopicbone,andpotentialformalignancy)shouldbesoughtfromthepatient.
IliacorS2-alar-iliacscrewsshouldbeplacedroutinely,whenfusingtoS1.
High-density(≥1.8screws/level)constructsarerecommendedinASD.
 Patient factors associated with surgical-site infections in ASD include high body mass index and poorly
controlleddiabetesmellitus.
Prophylactic,intravenousantibioticsmustbeadministeredwithin1hourofincision.
Prophylactic,intra-site,lyophilizedvancomycinpowdermaydecreaseratesofsurgical-siteinfection.
Aggressive managementofacute, deepwoundinfectionsofferspatientsachanceforequivalentoutcomesonce
thecomplicationhasresolved.
Pitfalls
Nicotine exposure increasesratesofpseudarthrosis. One must resistthedesire to operate onpatientswho are
usingnicotineproductsandinsistthattheybecompliantwithsmokingcessationpriortosurgery.
 Implantsand osteobiologics do not compensate for poor planning and execution of technique in ASD. Poor
planningandperformanceincreaseratesofpseudarthrosisandsurgical-siteinfection.
Theuseofrh-BMP2withoutinformedconsentfromthepatientisill-advised.
Inadequatedebridementofpseudarthrosistissueincreasesthelikelihoodofrecurrentpseudarthrosis.
Prophylacticantibioticsmustbeadministeredwithin1hourofincision.Cefazolinshouldbegivenevery4hours
duringsurgery.
Poorlycontrolledpostoperativebloodglucoselevelsincreasetheriskofinfection.
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