How many days does it usually take to remove the stitches from a tibiofibular plate?

The stitches of the tibiofibular retrieval plate are usually removed about 12 to 14 days after surgery. If the wound becomes infected, the removal time will be extended appropriately. Tibiofibular fracture is usually caused by direct or indirect violence to the tibia, fibula or tibiofibular fracture, mainly manifested as pain, swelling, deformity, abnormal activities at the fracture site. After the tibiofibular plate surgery, pay attention to the wound to keep dry, avoiding water, to prevent septic infection, and pay attention to rest, strengthen the nutrition can be added to the appropriate amount of high-protein diet, prohibit spicy and stimulating food. If the care is in place and the patient is in good physical condition, the stitches can be removed in 12 to 14 days. If the wound becomes infected, anti-infection treatment should be carried out in time, and the time for removing the stitches depends on the healing of the wound. If the patient suffers from certain underlying diseases, such as diabetes or physical weakness, the wound recovery will be slower, and the time for suture removal will be prolonged accordingly.