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What is chest surgery like?
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Depends: It really depends on the type of surgery that is being done. You should talk with your family practice physician or surgeon if you have specific questions about the type of chest surgery being done.
Answered 10/17/2012
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Honest discussion: Every patient is an individual. Important to discuss with your surgeon what are "reasonable expectations" of recovery and outcomes. A skilled thoracic surgeon will always seek the least invasive surgical technique possible to safely achieve the surgical goal and best outcome for you. He/she will describe before procedure their planned approach.
Answered 2/8/2013
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