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  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Biomaterials science

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  • Surgical implants are common in orthopedic procedures.
  • Systematic guidelines for hardware removal are lacking in current literature.

Purpose:

  • To provide a framework for deciding on orthopedic hardware removal.
  • To differentiate between clear indications and questionable reasons for implant removal.

Summary:

  • Clear indications for hardware removal include infection, non-union, and mechanical failure.
  • Removal solely for pain may yield poor results; patient expectations need management.
  • Concerns about toxicity, allergy, or carcinogenesis do not warrant routine removal.
  • Hardware removal in pediatric patients requires special consideration due to growth interference.

Impact:

  • Aims to reduce unnecessary surgical procedures.
  • Promotes evidence-based decision-making in orthopedic implant management.
  • Highlights the importance of weighing risks versus benefits for each patient.