When Does the Pen-Pull Procedure Need to Be Done?

Pen is one type of implant that is used to repair bone damage, for example when a bone cracks or is broken. The pen is designed to remain in the body forever, but there are a number of conditions that cause the pen removal procedure to be performed.

The pen used is usually in the form of metal. This pen serves to help the broken bone return to the correct position. The use of pens on broken bones does not help bones heal faster. The pen serves to hold the bones in the correct position during the healing period.

The duration of healing of broken bones can vary. Generally, people who are still young can recover faster than people who are elderly. Nutrient intake also affects the duration of bone healing. However, in general, the healing process for fractures averages 6-8 weeks.

Reasons for the Pull-Out Procedure Required

The pen is designed to remain in the body forever. However, under certain conditions, the metal pen component can cause irritation to the surrounding tissue, causing arthritis and other complications There are several conditions where the revocation of a pen needs to be done, namely:

• Pen causes its users to be allergic, broken bones or other disorders of the bone.
• Pen is planted in young children. In this condition, the pen needs to be pulled out to prevent bone growth disorders.
• The patient requests that the pen be revoked, for example for fear of causing problems when it passes through a metal detector during a security check

There are several signs that indicate metal pen problem, including:

• Pain in the pen location is installed
• Discomfort, such as touching the pen friction under the skin

Lifting or removing a pen can reduce the above symptoms, relieve pain, and increase the range of motion and function of the bone. That way, patients can move normally.

How is the Retract Pen Procedure done?

Both the extraction of the pen and the installation of the pen are part of orthopedic surgery and are performed by a specialist bone surgeon (orthopedic doctor). Before the extraction surgery, the patient will be sedated, either local or general anesthesia. With general anesthesia, the patient will fall asleep during the operation.

In this operation, the surgeon will open the skin through an old incision or make a new incision. The doctor will take out all the scar tissue that forms around the pen, but will maintain important structures. After that, the doctor will lift the pen.

During surgery, the doctor can also take other actions if needed. For example, a surgeon can remove infected tissue. If the bone has not healed, additional procedures can also be performed, for example a bone graft procedure Finally, the doctor will stitch the surgical incision wound on the skin, then wrap it with a bandage. Doctors can prescribe antibiotics to prevent infections and pain medications to reduce pain after surgery.

Before deciding to undergo a retraction of pen, you need to consult with a specialist bone surgeon (orthopedic doctor). The doctor will consider the benefits and risks of this action, also check that your bones have healed properly by taking into account the location and severity of the fracture, as well as your age and nutritional intake.

Written by:

dr. Sonny Seputra, M.Ked.Klin, Sp.B, FINACS.

(Surgery Specialist)

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