There were a few concerns. . .
The recent recall in joint products from DePuy (getting a lot of press), sorting through some literature regarding problems with metal-on-metal (some of which you've posted), and the surgeons "concerns" about a metal on metal design (relayed to me by his PA) led me to believe that it wasn't worth the risk.
Even though I believe that the lateral procedure is enticing because it reportedly has a quicker recovery (and the potential for future anterior surgery if needed), I'm fearing an iatrogenic effect of a metal-on-metal disc.
So. . . this week, I plan to send my CT and MRI to Balderston and then Mcafee to see what their thoughts are. Fingers crossed. The pain is pretty unbearable and I have yet to hold my 9 month old son.
-Chad
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