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What happens if i get a infection after keyhole surgry?

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Antibiotics: It depends on what type of infection but your physician will take care of it either way.

Answered 1/5/2019

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See your surgeon: If it's really an infection,it needs to be evaluated and you may need treatment.

Answered 1/5/2019

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