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How long do people usually have to wait for an operation after a pre-anaesthetic assessment?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Varies : No defined time limit

Dr Arria-devoe agreed

Answered 2/15/2015

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