You make a great point. You really have to be VERY serious regarding this surgery as it is both invasive and a huge commitment physically. But, as mentioned above, the patient is not left with the rods forever. The surgeon removes them after the growth process and fusing is done - about 18 months later. So, if all goes well, he or she is taller and no rods are left inside the body.
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