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Comparison of DuraSeal and SpaceOAR
| DuraSeal | SpaceOAR | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Covidien | Boston Scientific |
| Approval | Off label (approved for use in spinal surgery) [37] | FDA approval and CE marked [13] |
| Number of studies in this review using this spacer | 4 | 5 |
| Polymerisation time | 4 s [24] | 10 s [36] |
| Spacer half-life | 4–6 weeks [15, 20] | 3 months [30] |
| Excretion | Renal [24] | Renal [30] |
| Cost | £250 (€300) [15] | £1250 (€1500) [15] |
