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I am having ankle fracture surgery tomorrow and they're putting a plate in. how long does this surgery take?
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Fx and Dr dependent: It will depend on the type of fracture and the skill of the surgeon. One hour to 2 hours will be an average estimate.
Answered 9/15/2015
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Varies: Depending on the complexity of the surgery & the experience of the surgeon, anywhere from 30 min to 2 hours.
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