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The duration of the operation is variable depending on how many levels need to be fused. For a 1 level ACDF, typical surgery time is 1.5 hours, for a 2 level ACDF, surgery time is 2-2.5 hours, and for a 3 level ACDF, surgery typically lasts around 2.5-3.0 hours.
Depends: It is not uncommon to have discomfort after an inguinal hernia repair for several weeks. In fact you probably won't feel completely back to normal for 6 to 8 weeks. If the pain is getting worse or not getting better at this point you should be seen by your surgeon for follow-up evaluation.