A member asked:

I have a 32 cm titanium rod in my leg from a bad tib/fib fracture. just out of pure curiosity, i was wondering how much that rod costs and weighs?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Ask manufacturer: I've personally 'rodded' many tibia fractures through the years and removed many as well. Not exactly sure how much a 10 by 320mm titanium nail weighs but surely less than 16 ounces;#40;u can pick it up easily w/ your index finger to balance it;#41;.As far as cost this is trickier;#40; actual cost in manufacturing not sure... The cost to patient/hospital between 5 and 6 thousand $$ w/ interlocking screws!

Answered 5/12/2021

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