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A member asked:

My boyfriend has torn ligaments and tendons. his dr is referring him to a surgeon. what's the normal surgery for this?

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Dr. Marvin Den answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Orthopedist: I assume that he is being sent to an orthopedist. The answer to your question all depends on how much damage was done.

Answered 1/28/2013

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