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Rod removal surgery
I have a rod in my left leg (tibia fracture) and I want to it removed as it causes pain in my leg sometimes.
- How much time will it take to recover from the removal surgery?
- What could be the post-surgery complications?
- is it fine if I get rid of only the screws?
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If you get screws removed then rod should be removed along. Can't leave nail inside once you opt for screw removal.
One has to be very careful of a fracture in the screw slots. Although you can by partially bearing weight from next day of surgery. Falls should be prevented.
Sports should be started 1 month post surgery .
Full weight bearing is started 2 weeks post surgery .
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Dr. Bharani Kumar Dayanandam
Joint Replacement Surgeon
29 yrs exp
Chennai
Post a recent X-ray of the fractured leg to decide if it’s safe to remove the implant .
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Dr. Ratnesh Singh
Orthopedist
23 yrs exp
Patna
Ideally implant should be removed once fracture is united. Maximum two weeks of rest is required. Usually there is no post-operative complication.
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