On the day of the surgery you will lie flat on your back with the
legs separated apart by a pillow.
You are not allowed to turn on side.
After some period of observation in the theatre complex, you will
be shifted either back to your room, or to intensive care unit for observation
for 24 hours.
If the surgery is carried out under Epidural anesthesia, you will
be allowed to take oral fluids within 2-4 hours after being brought
to the room.
On the day of surgery, you will continue to receive IV fluids.
For pain relief, the Epidural tube will be connected to a computerized
infusion pump, through which you will receive continuous dose of pain
relieving medications.
From time-to-time you will be administered injections and oral medications
as per the doctors' instructions.
Some patient may require administration of oxygen for first 24 hours.
If you have difficulty of any kind, please do not hesitate to call
a nurse or a doctor. They will be always available to help you.
