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Tore my acl 6years ago &now have a non displaced tibial plateau fracture & patella tendonitis - will i need surgery or what is best for recovery?

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Orthopedist: Both conditions probably can be treated without surgery but an orthopedic surgeon is best to advise you, treat you and followup.

Dr Khubchandani agreed

Answered 7/28/2015

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