A 49-year-old member asked:
i'm curious what occurs after bunion pins are removed?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
28 years experience Podiatry
Depends: They could be removed as it is time and this is good as you are healing, or they can be removed early due to a problem like an infection.
Answered on Apr 5, 2014
Dr. Darrell Latva answered
42 years experience Podiatry
REMOVAL: There are pins, and there are screws. For the most part, screws are not removed. If pins (K-wires), I'll just tell you my way; there are different ways pins are uses. My wires are sticking out of the skin, and are removed in the office w/o anesthetic, and for the most part painlessly. This is at 3-6 weeks post-op.
Answered on Aug 4, 2016
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All depends: On which of the myriad bunion surguries was performed. Discuss with your surgeon.
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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
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All depends on the : Procedure and how you are healing. This should be explained/discussed by your surgeon.
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Dr. Karen Dantin answered
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Ask: The doc doing the surgery would be your best resource for that info.
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Dr. Glenn Aufseeser answered
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In office or in OR: When pins are used in hammertoe surgery, the pins usually protrude through the tips of the toes and are easily removed in your doctors office with som ... Read More
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