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What is the recovery time after the metal plate is removed from 5th metcarpal bone? how long does it take to heal completely after the metal plate is removed from 5th metacarpal bone?
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Metal/fracture/digit: Usually 6 weeks to 3 months. Best to ask the surgeon who inserted the plate....
Answered 10/6/2015
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