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2006 left me with a compound fracture of the right femur.the rod is stainless steel and was special ordered for size. and 3 pins. what does it weigh?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Similar to tibia: Sorry just answered a very similar question regarding the weight of a titanium tibial rod(~12 ounces). So a stainless steel rod which is likely 2-6cm.Longer( depending on how tall u are)w/3 interlocking screws may weigh 16 ounces( give or take 2-3 ounces).Special ordered?( for your length or width of femur-- unusual in compound=open fxs.)possibly u meant comminuted( 'shattered')? Hope that helps!

Answered 1/23/2021

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