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… work. It usually needs to be treated with surgery. Fracture of the kneecap (patella). The kneecap could fracture either because of a fall or while you are using the … complication is very uncommon. Doctors usually can treat a fractured kneecap without surgery. An unstable joint. The …
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… a doctor. Older adults are at higher risk for injuries and fractures. That's because they lose muscle mass and bone … ( sprains ). Pulled muscles ( strains ). Broken bones ( fractures ), such as a wrist fracture . Dislocations . … healing because it decreases blood supply and delays tissue repair. If you need to use a wrap or splint for more than 48 …
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… Risks Surgery Overview Pneumatic retinopexy is a surgery to repair certain types of retinal detachments . It is usually … … Surgery Overview Pneumatic retinopexy is a surgery to repair certain types of retinal detachments . It is usually …
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… the tendon . Removing inflamed tissue from the tendon. Repairing (reattaching) tendon tears if it can be done … the tendon . Removing inflamed tissue from the tendon. Repairing (reattaching) tendon tears if it can be done …
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… clear fluid. At this stage, some skin may be damaged beyond repair or may die. During stage 3 , the sore gets worse and … clear fluid. At this stage, some skin may be damaged beyond repair or may die. During stage 3 , the sore gets worse and …
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… Can predispose to atrial fibrillation May need surgical repair Cardiac cachexia Unintentional severe weight loss Can … Can predispose to atrial fibrillation May need surgical repair Cardiac cachexia Unintentional severe weight loss Can …
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… such as a biceps or triceps rupture. Broken bones ( fractures ). A break may occur when a bone is twisted, … in the arm. Hairline cracks in bones of the arm ( stress fractures ). Pressure on nerves in the arm, such as carpal … healing because it decreases blood supply and delays tissue repair. If you need to use a wrap or sling for more than 48 …
