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I had my 2nd fusion 10 weeks ago. my first fusion in beginning of 2014 had no growth. would it be out of line to ask my surgeon for ct scan? i'm 29.

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Dr. Gary Pess answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Reasonable: A CT is a good tool to assess healing. If you smoke - STOP! It delays fusion healing.

Dr Tavarez agreed

Answered 3/6/2015

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A member asked:

I had my 2nd fusion 10 weeks ago. my first fusion in beginning of 2014 had no growth. would it be out of line to ask my surgeon for ct scan? i'm 29.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gary Pess answered

Dr Tavarez agreed

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