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Procedure (part 1)
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While the patient is sleepy (sedated) or deep asleep and pain-free (regional anesthesia or general anesthesia), the bone ends are shortened to eliminate tension on the repaired vessels. The bone is stabilized with wires. Tendon repairs are done next.
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