- 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 of
the patients may require administration of oxygen for first 24 hours,
while some patients may require monitoring in intensive care unit.
- 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.
|
