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I'm having my 1st metatarsal shortened, and they're going to put 2 screws in it. how often do the screws cause later problems or pain?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

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Screwy situation.: I think you'll find that this phenomenon varies from surgeon to surgeon. It would probably be best to ask the surgeon just what his fixation complication rate is.

Answered 7/12/2016

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A member asked:

I'm having my 1st metatarsal shortened, and they're going to put 2 screws in it. how often do the screws cause later problems or pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Keith answered

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