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Can you tell me more about abdominal surgery recovery time for elderly?

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Recovery time varies: Recover time will for any surgery will vary depending on several factors including age, general health of the patient, infection control, smoker or not, blood sugar control, the exact type of procedure, and post-operative and follow up care. Discuss it with your surgeon and get their opinion as to what they feel is a reasonable recovery time for you.

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 3/29/2014

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