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Can Rods And Screws Be Left In Place From L5-S1 To L3-L4?
Question: I have loose pedicle screws at S1more so on the right and bilateral neural foraminal narrowing(from L5-S1 to L3-L4 I would like the doctor to leave the rods and screws in since they held me together since 1999,I have the screws from L5-S1 to L3-L4 will this be possible,have not gone to a surgeon yet?
Brief Answer:
Vertebral traction could be tried as treatment
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The screws and rods could perhaps be left in place while the vertebral reaction is attempted as treatment.
But it all depends on the scenario and the X-Ray needs to be carefully observed for a careful clinical judgment. You need to visit your orthopedician for the same.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Prof. Kunal Saha, General & Family Physician
Vertebral traction could be tried as treatment
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The screws and rods could perhaps be left in place while the vertebral reaction is attempted as treatment.
But it all depends on the scenario and the X-Ray needs to be carefully observed for a careful clinical judgment. You need to visit your orthopedician for the same.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Prof. Kunal Saha, General & Family Physician
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