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How long after surgery does sepsis set in?
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Varies: It can take anywhere from mere hours, to a day or more, depending on the surgery, your health, the sanitary conditions and technique of the staff.
Answered 3/16/2016
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Can vary: Hopefully you will not develop sepsis after surgery. If the surgical site becomes infected it could take hours or days depending on the location and type of surgery.
Answered 9/13/2019
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