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How long do you stay in hospital after complete finger amputation?
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1-2 days: Amputation of fingers usually requires very minimal hospital stay and depending on the cause for amputation can even be done as a out patient proceedure.
Answered 5/24/2017
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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 3/29/2014
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