Spine
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Observational Study
Implant Microbial Colonization Detected by Sonication as a Cause for Spinal Device Failure: A Prospective Study.
A prospective single center observational study. ⋯ As clinical presentation of deep implant chronic infection is unspecific, consideration of these factors enables preoperative prediction and risk stratification of implant colonization, thus helping patient's management.Level of Evidence: 3.