As of October 4, 2023, there are no public records of any lawsuits filed against SpineOvations, the company that develops and markets the Discseel procedure. However, this does not mean that there have been no lawsuits filed. It is possible that there are currently ongoing lawsuits that have not yet been made public, or that lawsuits have been settled out of court.
The Discseel procedure is a minimally invasive treatment for chronic back pain caused by annular tears in the spinal disc. The procedure involves injecting a fibrin sealant into the torn disc to seal the tear and promote healing. The Discseel procedure is still relatively new, and there is limited research on its long-term safety and efficacy.
In 2020, SpineOvations announced interim results of a pilot human clinical study of the Discseel procedure. The study showed that the procedure was safe and effective in reducing pain and disability in patients with chronic back pain. However, the study was small and more research is needed to confirm these findings.
Some potential risks of the Discseel procedure include:
- Infection at the injection site
- Nerve damage
- Leakage of the fibrin sealant into the spinal canal
- Recurrence of the annular tear
If you are considering undergoing the Discseel procedure, it is important to discuss the risks and benefits of the procedure with your doctor. You should also ask your doctor about the long-term safety and efficacy of the procedure.
