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When is osteoplasty needed?
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Removal of bone: Osteoplasty procedure involves removal or trimming of bone. The indication for this surgery depends of many factors- including body part involved and whether symptoms have responded to an appropriate course of conservative or non-operative treatment. Depending on the body part affected, your surgeon may recommend this type of procedure. Discuss specific questions with your surgeon.
Answered 12/9/2012
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