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I had arthrofibrosis surgery in 2012 and it's grown back so i have to have it again. my surgeon says i'm in the1% who needs recurring surgery for this?
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I agree with your --: Surgeon, as I have had a few patients who produce a lot of scar tissue and require that to be surgically removed. Go0d luck.
Answered 7/20/2014
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