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Removal of hardware is done to remove devices used to fix bone(s). Devices may include pins, screws, plates, rods, surgical wires, or bone implants. The hardware is added to hold broken bones in alignment until they heal. Some reasons for hardware removal may be due to infection and/or pain.
