V-line surgery average recovery time?

[melwinters]

I want to get an idea of what I am in for. I have my surgery booked for the end of April. I plan on staying in Korea for 2 weeks. I am going to do a follow up with a local clinic to make sure everything is healing properly as well. I don't know if this is standard but it was recommended by the doctor I have been working with in Korea. I was told the actual full recovery can be anywhere from 2 to 12 months but the bulk of the healing process happens in the first few weeks. It depends on how much work is being done.

Does this sound right to you?

[berrygirl21]

It really depends on the extent of the surgery. When it comes to returning to work and light activities, it is only a week or two. 

That being said, a full recovery does take time. For smaller, less-invasive surgeries the average is 6 weeks to 2 months. For moderate work - 3 to 6 months. For more extensive work - 6 to 12 months. 

The doctor you work with will be able to give you the most realistic recovery timeline.