The course of the surgery
The course and duration of surgery vary depending on the type of fracture and its location in the foot, but in most cases plates, pins or screws made of metal are used, designed to fix the bone parts. The surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia or sedation along with local or regional anesthesia of the calf.
Preparation for surgery
Prior to surgery, a thorough examination must be performed by an orthopedic specialist, and the preliminary examinations performed along with medical records must be examined. Sometimes it is necessary to perform additional tests before the surgery in order to plan the most appropriate route for each patient.
An anesthesiologist should be consulted if the surgery is performed under general anesthesia. It is mandatory to be on a full food fast according to staff instructions.
Recovery after procedure
Gypsum removal, leg movement, recovery rate and return to routine should be performed according to the recommendation of the attending physician and the personal recovery rate, which can range from weeks to months, using crutches or a wheelchair, sometimes along with physical therapy.
Possible complications
After surgical repair of a shin fracture, local infection, vascular damage, nerve damage or blood clot may develop.
On occasion the surgery does not lead to a complete repair of the fractures, and the bone recovery can be incomplete or insufficient.
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