Should the titanium forearm plate be removed?
Patient: hi i am 17 years old, 6 foot 1, 180 pounds, and was wondering if i would be able to get a titanium plate located in my forearm removed? i had surgery to correct a 6 degree over turn of my forearm while in the initial healing process. they inserted a titanium plate in my forearm to correct this, can or should i get this removed? Doctor: Hello, If implant was inserted more then 5 year back it would be safe to remove that. Although there are no any strong recommendation theoritically. But to prevent any future complications like infections or loosening of implant, implant can be removed after 5 years when they sub-served there purpose. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon