In general, elbow plates that are old, cannot tolerate surgery, have no effect on joint movement and do not have any rejection may not be removed. Whether or not the plate should be removed is determined on a case-by-case basis by the surgeon, taking into account the age factor, whether or not there is any rejection, whether or not it affects the activities, and whether or not it can tolerate a second surgery.
1. Age factor: Generally, it is not recommended to remove the elbow plate for the elderly, especially for those with serious underlying diseases.
2. Rejection: If there is no discomfort or rejection in the affected area for many years after the surgery, there is no need to remove the implant.
3. Whether it affects the activities: whether the internal fixation at the elbow joint will affect the elbow flexion and extension, if it affects the elbow flexion and extension, it needs to be taken out.
4. Whether it can tolerate the second operation: if the underlying disease is more, it can’t tolerate the second operation, it is also recommended not to take it out.
After the elbow plate is fixed, it should be reviewed regularly, and the doctor will judge whether it needs to be taken out according to the situation, and generally young people are recommended to take out the plate.