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How long should it take for dissolvable stitches to heal after a thyroidectomy?

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Dr. Alen Cohen answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

2-3 weeks: These stitches usually dissolve over 2-3 weeks following surgery.

Answered 3/22/2020

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