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How long do the pins stay in after hmer toe surgery?
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Approx 4-6 weeks: Assuming you are talking about an arthrodesis or fusion of the toe with a k- wire.
Answered 12/23/2019
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See below: It depends, some pins are permanent, but if they are sticking thru the tip of the toe they stay upto 6 weeks.
Answered 6/24/2019
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