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I have a high spiral fracture of the fibula by my knee and my orthopedic surgeon wants to schedule surgery for damaged tendons at my ankle. there have been no mris taken and physical examination was minimal. how did she come to this conclusion?
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If you have doubts about the advice from your doctor, you should feel free to get a second opinion. It is not feasible to provide a more meaningful opinion without examining you. Wish you good health!
Answered 12/20/2022
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A good physical. The ankle X-rays might show widening of the medial aspect of the ankle joint. No need for MRI. A stress test will confirm the diagnosis
Answered 12/22/2022
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