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Bimalleolar fracture

2024-03-31 16:50:47
I had bimalleolar fracture in February 2023. I had surgery and a plate with 5 screws and 2 additional screws were placed. If I remove it after 2 years will it cause issue due to bone overgrowth over implant?
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No, If you want to remove plate no issues
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Take fresh x-ray

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