Removal of Osteosynthesis Material (ROM), comfort after previous hip procedure

If you have previously undergone surgery, osteosynthesis material, such as screws or a nail, may still be present. This could be after a PAO or a relative lengthening of the femoral neck, for example. Sometimes these screws or nail can cause discomfort. In such cases, the material can be removed.

The purpose of this operation is to remove the osteosynthesis material so that you no longer experience discomfort from it.

• You will be given local anaesthesia with a spinal block and sedation.
• The material is exposed through an incision. The surgeon does not need to cut any muscles for this. The operation is therefore muscle-sparing.
• The osteosynthesis material is carefully removed.
• The wound is closed with surgical glue and dissolvable subcutaneous sutures.

This is a day-case hospital procedure.

Our HipCloud application guides and monitors the pre- and postoperative trajectory if required. In many cases, no specific rehabilitation is necessary after the removal of osteosynthesis material.

In most cases, no specific rehabilitation is required after the removal of osteosynthesis material. If needed, this will be followed up with a personalised approach.

At the European Hip Center, we combine advanced surgical techniques with personalised care. HipCloud, our digital platform, plays an important role in this:

• Before the operation: preparation with education and guidance.
• After the operation: monitoring your recovery and support with rehabilitation.

This approach ensures faster and safer recovery, tailored to your personal situation.