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I broke my leg and have 7 screws in it.
The break is just under my kneecap. My leg is healed but I can clearly see where screws(7) are. Looks as if i have a second kneecap. The doctor said that bone has formed over the screws.....should i let the screws and extra bone be romeved?
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Dr. Sandeep Patil V
Orthopedist and Traumatology Specialist
11 yrs exp
Bangalore
If u have any pain or other complaint get implant removed after minimum of 2 years post surgery or you may wait til any problem occurs
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get x ray every 6 months atleast
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