Bone fractures in left leg

2020-09-02 14:08:36
Sir Suffered multiple bone fractures in left leg in an accident. Two major fractures one below knee joint and other above the ankle joint. A rod was inserted covering both fractures from knee to ankle with screws. The Dr. further declared that once the injury heals he would have to carry a surgery for bone graft as the gap in the lower fracture i.e. above the ankle won't be filled without a graft. We contacted other Dr for second opinion he outrightly rejected the entire procedure already done and advised to get the rod immediately removed with plates to be placed intead. He also told us that there would be no need of bone graft and the patient would recover with in two months. Now we are in dilemma as to who is right and whom to believe.please suggest X ray attached along with this
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Implant fixation and present xray are not satisfactory. Fracture will not unite this way.
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Consultant online.
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Realisation of nonunion/delayed union early is prime.

Answered2020-09-02 16:25:45

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there might be need of second surgery. But avoid it as of now. Bone healing and union is natural process. Need to wait and watch. Different doctor's can have different views and different treatment plan.
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Continue as said by operating doctor. trust him and follow his orders. he has no grudge against you or dont want to mistreat you. he has tried his best. now wait and watch.
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Just pray, and wish for healthy recovery.

Answered2020-09-02 16:06:03

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These fractures have tendency to go in non union due to multiple reasons , both procedures are prescribed and still it might not heal . No guarantees can ever be given ok bone healing prehand especially in non union . Just keep faith in doctor you trust .

Answered2020-09-02 15:58:19

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