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How long does it take the bone fractures to fully heal after bypass surgery?
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10 weeks: Fracture healing progresses at a rate of 8 to 10% per week for a period of 10 to 12 weeks. Having bypass surgery does not affect the rate of healing. Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) and smoking are both associated with delayed fracture healing and heart problems. Although they may not accelearte fracture healing, vitamin d and calcium are important for healthy bones.
Answered 3/5/2020
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2 months: If you are referring to the sternotomy incision, that bone should be healed and you should be ok resuming full activity after 2 months. If you are having any discomfort after that time you need to see your doctor to make sure that you are healing, and that there are no complications.
Answered 7/4/2013
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