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I fractured by left olecranon and it has healed after operation with K wire and tension bands. I want to know the procedure for removal of K wire and tension band. How much time required to be in hospital and the pain involved. I am 53 years healthy male.
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Dear sir you may have to wait minimum 12 months to remove the same and to ensure it is safety for removal of joints it may require 7 to 10 days depending on basic healing and opinion of the consultant surgeon best wishes.
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