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If i need a bullectomy, how long would i have to be off work etc. how long would i have to wait to fly by plane out of state?
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Depends: If done thoracoscopically, ie minimally invasive one could return to work in less than a week depending on what type of work. Ability to fly 1-2 weeks.
Answered 2/21/2014
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