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Need repeat fasciotomies again(#6-anterior & #5-lateral). 6 weeks ago had fasciotomy of deep comp and foot-medial. should lateral foot be released too?

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Need clinical: Evaluation to your complex problem, discuss with your doctor will explain , if you are not satisfied take a second opinion to keep your mind at ease.

Dr Merriman agreed

Answered 1/31/2014

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