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Tuesday, September 29, 2009 vjej asks

Q: how soon can a patient be sent home after a bypass surgery?

my father just had bypass surgery 3 days ago and was sent home yesturday.was it too soon? or am i being parinoid?

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9/30/09 3:55pm

Hi Vjej,

 

I recommend discussing your concerns with your fathers physician.  Everyone is different in how they handle surgery and their recovery rate.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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