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Plate removal from hand(radius fracture)
I had plate and screws implanted in my hand to heal radius fracture, exactly two years ago. Is it possible to remove the implant now?
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Expect that the union has occurred and if there is union itâs the right time to remove the plate.
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Kindly reaffirm the union of fracture before removing the implant.
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Yes. Share xlatest Xrays.
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Minimum time is 1 year. Post which you can get the plate removed, provided bone has United.
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Dr. Ganvir Dhammadeep H
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Thane
Take a fresh xray... please call me
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please call me
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