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3 year old boy with oblique tibial fracture with displacement but no surgery, is in a long cast for 4 weeks, is this time enough for total recovery?
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Follow up: Typical healing time may vary, and follow up regarding weight bearing and activity is advised.
Answered 11/10/2018
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