Should Titanium Rods Be Removed?

In most cases, implants can stay in your body without any harm. Their removal should never be considered a part of "routine" care. However, there are exceptions. They tend to emerge in a specific context, such as ankle surgery, or because of pain, irritation, or infection.

How long does a titanium rod last in your leg?

Benefits of Medical Titanium

Titanium is also incredibly durable and long-lasting. When titanium cages, rods, plates and pins are inserted into the body, they can last for upwards of 20 years.

Do intramedullary rods need to be removed?

Is it necessary to remove rods and nails after treatment? Once the bone has fully healed, the rod/nail no longer serves a purpose and may be removed. This is typically done a year after the original surgery and can be an outpatient procedure (i.e., the patient does not stay in the hospital overnight after surgery).