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My wife's grandma has quad bypass surgery last friday. her chest hasn't been stitched up yet. is this a bad sign? lost lot of blood during surgery.
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Ask her doctor: I'd guess the answer is yes, but this isn't something to speculate on. It's ok to ask the doctors and nurses what's going on.
Answered 8/23/2013
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Happens: Serious, however. Usually dilated failing heart and needs support.
Answered 6/14/2013
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