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The WCAB granted reconsideration and rescinded the WCJ's decision, finding the medical record needed further development. The applicant sustained a left knee injury, and subsequently developed a severe infection requiring extensive treatment. Defendant argued the infection and treatment were not industrially caused, as an infection can arise independently of prior injury. The Board remanded for further proceedings to determine if the recommended treatment is necessary for the industrial condition or if it's independent of the injury.
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The WCAB granted reconsideration and rescinded the WCJ's decision, finding the medical record needed further development. The applicant sustained a left knee injury, and subsequently developed a severe infection requiring extensive treatment. Defendant argued the infection and treatment were not industrially caused, as an infection can arise independently of prior injury. The Board remanded for further proceedings to determine if the recommended treatment is necessary for the industrial condition or if it's independent of the injury.
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