failed fusion of 1st metatarsal big toe

I had surgery a year ago to fuse the joint. Two screws were use. I developed a surgical infection and septacaemia!! One year later the toe is not fused. My surgeon took the screws out this week. For the first time in months I am not in pain and can walk without a surgical boot. Given the lack of fusion will I need more hardware in my toe. I do not WANT TO GO THROUGH THAT PROCEDURE AGAIN!!He wants to reoperate I am not at all keen

Hi,
Unfortunately you now have an unstable joint, but having said that depending on your age and activity level, if you find the foot does not hurt to walk and you wear a rigid soled shoe you might find that you can get by without further surgery.
Marc Mitnick DPM