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I had a total shoulder replacement 7 weeks ago and in the x-ray some bone debris are showing, do i need to worry?
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I don think so: Most liekley those will be out side the joint.
Answered 2/16/2013
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No concern: I would not be concerned that small pieces of bone were left behind. The key to the success of the surgery ha much more to do with replacing the joint that removing all the loose bodies or bone spurs.
Answered 7/10/2015
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