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Radiation Oncology
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Non-malignant Disease
Is there a role for radiation therapy for heterotopic ossification prophylaxis of the ankle?
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
Yes.
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Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
I have treated a number of areas - hips, knees, ankles - but only if the patient had a past history of post op heterotopic ossification.
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