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. 2023 Sep 24;19:101715. doi: 10.1016/j.bonr.2023.101715

Table 3.

Biopsy Adverse Events – Pre-2018 vs. Post-2018 Technique.

Documented Biopsy Procedure Follow-up, n (%) 89/95 (93.7) Pre-2018 (71/89) Post-2018 (18/89)
Pain 1–3 (/10) (Greater than normal post-operative pain/discomfort) 16 (22.5) 5 (27.8)
Pain 3–6 (/10) (Greater than normal post-operative pain/discomfort) 10 (14.1) 0
Pain 6–10 (/10) (Greater than normal post-operative pain/discomfort) 3 (4.2) 0
Transient Neuropathy 4 (5.6) 0
Hematoma 4 (5.6) 0
Allergic reactions, gastrointestinal disturbances, and photosensitivity secondary to declomycin intake 2 (2.8) 1 (5.6)
Seroma 1 (1.4) 0
Skin Site Infection (Cellulitis) 1 (1.4) 1 (5.6)
Fracture (Biopsy Site) 1 (1.4) 0