Removal of K Wires- Information for Parents

Sam Coulbeck

  • Reference Number: HEY1464-2024
  • Departments: Day Surgery (DSU), Paediatrics
  • Last Updated: 30 September 2024
You can translate this leaflet by selecting a language from the dropdown menu:

Introduction

This leaflet has been produced to give parents information and advice following Removal of K wires.  It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your Child’s Doctor.  If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with the relevant person who has been caring for your child.

Should you need any further help or advice please telephone:

Acorn Ward, Women and Children’s Hospital, HRI – Tel: 01482 382609 or tel: 01482 382679

OR contact the Paediatric Community Team on tel: 01482344075

Follow Up

An appointment will be made for your child to see the consultant/surgeon in the orthopaedic clinic in approximately two weeks.

School/Nursery

Your child can return to school/nursery following their clinic appointment. You can ask the consultant/surgeon for guidance on sport and games.

 After the Surgery

  • There will be a small dressing over the wound. Please keep it clean and dry.
  • This will be removed at the clinic appointment.
  • Until then we advise that extra care is taken as the affected limb will be sore and there may be an associated weakness.

 Pain Relief

  • We recommend that for the first 24 to 48 hours a suitable form of analgesia is given regularly if needed e.g. Paracetamol or Ibuprofen. This should be the appropriate dose for weight and age.
  • Ibuprofen may not be suitable for asthmatics.