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Surgery and Hospitalization

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How is a patient prepared for eye surgery?

Because laser surgery is used to treat so many dissimilar conditions, the patient should ask his physician for detailed instructions about how to prepare for a specific procedure. Diet, activities, and medications may not have to be limited.

Is 900 ml blood loss from surgery a lot?

900ml of blood loss is quite a lot of blood loss, but it depends on what surgery has been done. Routine surgery and Laparoscopic surgery, the loss is minimal maybe a few hundred mls. Open surgery for rupture Aortic aneurysm, trauma, stab and bullet wound you can easily over a litre of blood.

Can you lay on your stomach after hernia surgery?

No, you cannot lay on your side after a hernia surgery as it may cause pain or more problems. You should lay on your back to aid your recovery and until your doctor tells you otherwise.

What is the purpose of eyelid surgery?

Eyelid surgery is predominantly a cosmetic procedure which can eliminate or reduce puffiness, dark circles or loose skin. An incision is generally made close to the natural crease of the upper lid or just under the lower lashes.

Pictures of instruments used in cesarean section surgery?

bladder retractor, tissue forcep,thumb forcep, army navy retractor, 4 towel clips, 2 alley forcep, curve needle holder, 6 curve forceps, 8 curve forceps, metszenbaum, straight mayo, scalpel handle...6ponges, bowl, kidney basin, tubing for suctioning........5 sutures

What thread is used in surgery?

Sometimes referred to as the 'non-surgical facelift', Thread Lift is a minimally-invasive treatment that lifts sagging or ageing areas of the face without the need for sedation or a hospital stay. It is performed under local anaesthetic and takes as little as 30 minutes, with patients able to walk-out and return home a short while after.

What are early complications of bladder augmentation surgery?

cardiovascular, thrombo-embolic (blood clot), gastrointestinal, and respiratory complications associated with major abdominal surgery

How many days should you wait after acl surgery to go swimming?

at least two weeks, you shouldn't submerge your knee underwater until its totally healed into a scar, otherwise it can open up get some chlorine or salt water in it and get infected. You may have some knee pain while swiming after surgery too, I do at least.

Who was first black man to perform open heart surgery?

Dr. Daniel Hale Williams performed open-heart surgery to perform a repair to the pericardium of a stabbing victim. I believe this was in 1893 in Chicago, he was the first physician to perform such a procedure.

Why is plastic surgery called plastic surgery?

Reasons why it's called 'plastic surgery.'

  • It's a Greek word 'plastikos' meaning to mold or shape.
  • Plastic surgery dates back centuries. Ancient India skin grafts were used for reconstruction purposes. Romans repaired damaged ears of soldiers.
  • Plastic surgery was inspired by war. In the early 1800s doctor Sir Harold Gillies from New Zealand developed many plastic surgery techniques during WWI and he's considered the father of plastic surgery. Sir Gillie's cousin Archibald McIndoe pioneered in plastic surgery during WWII treating RAF air crews.

Can you make your make your appendix burst if so how?

If a person has extreme pain in his or her abdomen, especially the lower right-side of the abdomen, they should seek immediate medical attention. Appendicitis cannot be treated by home remedies of any type.

What are some types of minimally invasive spine surgery?

Minimally invasive spinal surgery is a modern medical procedure for correcting spinal disorder with the least intrusive surgical means available. During minimally invasive spinal surgery,Surgeon will make a small incision near the point of interest leaving the patient with less bleeding, pain and a shorter recovery period than other surgical options.

Can retraction of the stoma after colostomy surgery be treated?

Retraction (stoma is flush with the abdomen surface or has moved below it). Caused by insufficient stomal length, this complication may be managed by use of special pouching supplies. Elective revision of the stoma is also an option.

Why shouldn't teenagers get cosmetic surgery?

Teenagers, as anyone else, can benefit from reconstructive plastic surgery in case of mutilation or deformities. However, if it is for beauty reasons only, they should wait until their bodies are fully developed.

This has a simple reason: until the body is fully developed (at about 23 years old), the body features continue to change. You do not stop any part of the body from changing with plastic surgery and therefore you will not get a final result from it. Many plastic surgeries done on teenagers need to be retouched or fully done again at a later age.

==More views==

Sometimes plastic surgery is a wonderful elective for those who "need" it. For example a car accident left a teen scared or maimed in a manner that plastic surgery could possibly remedy, or a 17 year old felt out of place because her nose was abnormally large and she had to deal with constant ridicule.

If your teen wants to be more attractive with a bigger bust, or more defined cheek bones; she should receive guidance from a counselor

i think teens she just stay the way they are and not get worried about what they look like.in life it's not all about looks."if your a prick" then you would care about looks but teens should just stay the way they were born...

What type of physical therapy should be done after an acl replacement surgery?

After having an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) replacement surgery, your surgeon should send you to a physical therapist. The job of the physical therapist is to prescribe different exercises in order to properly heal after the surgery. The exact physical therapy program will differ between each patient, based on their individual results. Also, the length of your physical therapy program will depend on how you progress through the different exercises. It is important to see a physical therapist after surgery to make sure that your body heals properly. If your surgeon for some reason does not send you to a physical therapist, make sure to request one.

Do they put you to sleep for foot surgery?

Whether or not you are put to sleep depends on what kind of surgery you are having. In some cases, depending on age you get a choice of local or general slepp aid.

What is the most common brain surgery?

A craniotomy is a type of brain surgery. It is the most commonly performed surgery for brain tumor removal

What post-surgical care do patients of lung surgery receive?

The chest tube inserted at the end of surgery will remain in place until the lung has fully expanded. Patients will be carefully monitored in the hospital for complications and infection. Deep breathing is recommended

Chest tube supplies at bedside?

Chest tube supplies are important after surgery. Chest tube supplies should be kept at a person's bedside for easy access if needed.

How much does abdominal wall surgery cost?

This varies according to your individual case but around $3,000 to $8,500, according to The Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery.

What is the function of a bypass valve?

To prevent compressor surge, and reduce wear on the turbocharger and engine. Or in other words to prevent issues such as clogging from occurring on to reduce the issues on the turbocharger and engine.

How long does it take to recover from cleft palate surgery?

It is best to speak with your doctor to determine the recovery time for any kind of surgery. Your recovery time could be dependant on how well the surgery goes, whether or not it was a success, and how well you care for yourself after the surgery has been completed.

Typical recovery time lasts about 4-6 weeks. This time can vary from patient to patient.