Kirchner wires are held only until bone fusion in the finger is achieved. Kirchner wires are removed during an orthopedic check-up, usually about 6 weeks after the procedure. Kirchner wire removal takes only a few minutes and often does not require an anesthetic. During this operation, there is no need to cut the leather - the wire is pulled out by the tip of the finger with the protruding part. There is also no need to put on stitches - only a small hole (up to 2mm) remains, which heals very quickly.

The orthopedic surgeon decides whether to remove the anastomosis or leave it in the bone. The factors supporting the removal of the anastomosis include:

Limitation of the mobility of the joint by the screw / plate,
Traces of damage or loosening of the anastomosis or irritation of soft tissues by the protruding element of the anastomosis,
An old generation metal plate or screw that prevents the use of magnetic resonance imaging diagnostics or physical therapy procedures,
Frequent travels and problems with control at airport gates.