Do i have to get surgery?

Question

Doctors say i have to have surgery on my schapoid cuz i got a scaphoid fracture, they cant force me right? if i choose to wear a cast for longer to heal or decide i dont need surgery i can do it right?

Answer 1

You don't have to have surgery, and nobody can force you to, but if the doctor is recommending it you probably should have it done to avoid further damage.

Answer 2

The reason why scaphoid fractures have to be operated on is that the scaphoid bone is prone to avascular necrosis leading to non-union. It all depends greatly as to the location of the fracture. Your doctor probably told you this already. iIf not, I suggest a lengthy discusssion re: pros and cons of the surgery with your doctor. Then you decide.

Answer 3

Are you talking about on your scapula? If so, a cast should do the trick. Irregardless tho, noone can force you to have surgery (unless of course youre a minor, then the folks can sign). If youre uncomfortable with the info given to you by the MD, go get a second opinion and if necessary, a third. Go with the one with whom you feel most comfortable with. A good doc welcomes patients to obtain second opinions. The only ones who frown on them arent worth having for a doctor.

Answer 4

It can be slow to heal because of the limited circulation to the bone. Fortunately, it is relatively difficult to break, but is the most commonly fractured bone in the carpus, particularly because of its unique anatomy and position within the wrist. Approximately 60% of carpal fractures are scaphoid fractures.

Fractures of the scaphoid must be recognized and treated quickly, as prompt treatment is the key to proper healing. Delays may complicate healing. Even rapidly immobilized fractures may require surgical treatment, including use of the Herbert screw to bind the two halves together.

Answer 5

scaphoid bone in the wrist, has a very flimsy circulation. and it comed from an artery that "loops backwards" inside of the bone ...If the scaphoid bone is broken, and the fracture is slightly displaced (1 millimiter), you are running the risk that the upper part of hat tiny bone, will die (bone necrosis) from lack of supply of blood....One of the aims of surgery, is to repair the blood supply of that tiny bone (revascularization).
If you only inmobilize that wrist, and suffer the risk of dead bone from lack of surgery, it certainly your sole and personal choice....also responsibility (that means you cannot blame your doctor for a natural comsequence of the fracture)
If bone reabsorption is produced, severe pain (chronic) will be a possible result, ant then ,a more cumbersome surgery will be needed (replacement of scaphoid bone for a metal round piece of the size of a marble)
Think again....It is your wrist...

Answer 6

if o18 yrs of age or older you have the right to refuse treatment of anysort but you must sign release forms stating that you did not want treatment and that you are provided with the risks involved. under 18 your parents are in control. If the doctors say you need the surgery you probly do need it. They wouldnt deem it necessary if it wasn't. I know surgery sounds scarry but it common and its not so bad.

Answer 7

Try the cast and see what happens. If it gets better, thank God. But if it causes
pain and swelling then you may have to have it fixed. Take care. One more thing.
It would be better to have it done sooner than later.

Answer 8

No, they can't force you to have surgery. If you feel you don't need it, get a second opinion.

Answer 9

They can't make you. Ask them the pros and cons of having or not having surgery.
You can also see another doctor to get another opinion

Answer 10

well, you can just about do anything you like because you are a mature adult , but just check out the risk of deformity or other complications before you reject it as a non runner.