No retained hardware

What does "No retained hardware" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"No retained hardware" in medicine refers to the absence of any medical devices or materials left inside a patient's body after a surgical procedure. These could include things like screws, plates, or pins that were used to help heal a bone, or a surgical sponge accidentally left behind. The phrase is often used in medical reports or notes to confirm that nothing was unintentionally left inside the patient after surgery.

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