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How long will surgery for a broken femur usually last?
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1-2 hours: The surgical time for a broken femur usually last 1-2 hours.
Answered 9/10/2017
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Varies: Depends on the break, how many if it is displaced, and what needs to be done. It could be 30 minutes or several hours.
Answered 7/26/2018
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