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Overall complications of traditional growing rod procedures
| Complications, n = 15 | Number (%) |
|---|---|
| Pedicle screw loosening | 1 (7) |
| Rod breakage | 2 (13) |
| Implant dislodgement | 3 (20) |
| Implant protrusion required revision | 2 (13) |
| Wound infection | 6 (40) |
| Incomplete spinal cord injury | 1 (7) |
