PREPARATION FOR SURGERY
General – Basic Anesthesia Pre/Post-Operation Guide
- You should come to the operation on an empty stomach. Refrain from eating after 9:00 PM the night before the operation and avoid drinking water after midnight.
- Vitamin E: Stop taking it one and a half weeks before the surgery due to its tendency to increase bleeding, as with Aspirin or medications containing Aspirin.
- To expedite the recovery process, it’s recommended to:
- Undergo routine tests at the hospital before the operation. Please inform in advance if you have any significant illnesses or complaints. Necessary tests and examinations should be done beforehand.
- Take a shower the night before the operation.
On the Day of the Operation
- Do not eat or drink anything.
- Avoid using makeup products. Do not apply nail polish.
- Leave valuables at home.
- You may stay overnight at the hospital on the evening of the operation. Please bring necessary belongings.
- Be at the hospital at the specified time.
- If your doctor requests, bring the tests and examinations you’ve previously undergone.
After the Operation
- Do not neglect to take all prescribed medications.
- Schedule appointments for post-operation check-ups.
- Stop taking Aspirin or medications containing Aspirin for two weeks following the surgery due to their tendency to increase bleeding.
- Avoid smoking for two weeks.