I can't give a definitive answer, but if the problem can be fixed, one of those utilities is more likely to fix it than Disk Utility. In particular, I'm a fan of Disk Warrior.
Jon: I know you are a fan of Disk Warrior. You have mentioned it throughout the years, and I have been cheaping out. Look where it got me. Rita
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