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My prothrombin time is 15.7. will that be a problem if i have major surgery?
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Prothrombin time: An elevation in the Prothrombin time should be evaluated before you have surgery. There are many possible causes for this and it could pose a risk for you during surgery.
Answered 1/9/2020
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