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[–] 8 points 1 year ago (1 child)

Wouldn't the patient miss the support that bone provided?!

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago

    Nah, the fibula doesn't really bear much weight, it mainly helps with ankle stability and helps with ankle rotation. Things that probably aren't really a factor after the reconstruction that this patient acquired after their accident.

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