Health Tip:Preparing for Surgery

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To prepare for a visit with your surgeon before an operation, it helps to have a list of questions and concerns ready.

The U.S. National Institute on Aging suggests what to ask:

• What is the success rate of the operation? How many of these operations have you done successfully?
• What problems may occur with this surgery? What kind of pain or discomfort can I expect?
• What kind of anesthesia will I have? Are there any risks associated with its use in older people?
• Will I have to stay in the hospital overnight?
• How long is recovery expected to take? What does it involve?
• When can I get back to my normal routine?

Source: HealthDay

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