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Children’s Orthopaedic surgery has many benefits but there is no certain way to predict the outcome of surgery or treatment. The following are some of the recognised complications and risks of any Orthopaedic treatment. There may be others but they are very rare.
Your consultant will inform you of any alternative treatment methods for your child including doing no treatment at all. Your consultant will also explain to you that your child’s treatment may not improve their condition and they may be worse after treatment.
Complications related to the bone can include:
Complications related to the muscles and joints can include:
Complications related to the nerves can include:
Complications related to the blood vessels can include:
Complications related to the external fixator screw or wire sites can include:
Hardware problems can include:
Complications related to the surgical wounds can include:
Complications related to the long-term treatments can include:
Complications related to lifestyle can include:
Complications related to and after surgery can include:
Please note: this is a generic information sheet relating to care at Sheffield Children’s NHS FT. These details may not reflect treatment at other hospitals. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professionals’ instructions. If this resource relates to medicines, please read it alongside the medicine manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. If this information has been translated into another language from English, efforts have been made to maintain accuracy, but there may still be some translation errors. If you are unsure about any of the guidance in this resource or have specific questions about how it relates to your child, always ask your healthcare professional for further advice.
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