Implants removal after 6 months

2018-07-26 10:03:55
I had operation for displaced, comminuted fracture of upper end of left tibia involving posterior part of medil condylar, open reduction and internal fixation using locking compression plate and screws has been done..... I has been six months can I remove those implants now??
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No..minimum time is 1 year.

Answered2018-07-26 16:43:56

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Need clinical analysis

Answered2018-07-26 10:05:15

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X-ray required and minimum 1 year for implant removal.

Answered2018-07-26 10:05:39

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