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How is the recovery time after an above the knee amputation?
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4-6 weeks: An above the knee amputation in a patient with no peripheral vascular disease should heal uneventfully in 4-6 weeks.
Answered 7/11/2015
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Recovery time varies: Recover time will vary depending on many factors including age, general health of the patient, infection control, blood sugar control, post-operative and follow up care.
Answered 3/28/2014
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