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I am worried my patella graft has been stretched or bone plugs came out. i am a smoker. im 10 days post up and have a 6 month old son?
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OK: Make sure you get a follow-up evaluation and exam with the surgeon to determine your post-op prognosis and condition. Try to stop smoking as well, as smoking can slow and adversely affect any healing process. Best wishes.
Answered 6/23/2014
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