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I had orif surgery on my clavical 6 weeks ago, the break still has a gap in it with no bone growth. is this normal and could it mean further surgery?
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Puzzle: Clavicle normally not operated on. Gaps make it much less likely to heal. Talk to your doctor.
Answered 6/28/2013
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