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Before surgery

Preoperative checklist.

Keep track of practical steps before surgery. Follow the instructions from your clinical team if they differ from this general checklist.

Your progress

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Before the pre-op appointment

After the procedure is scheduled

Before leaving home

Your instructions

Questions about your instructions

The correct directions depend on the operation, anesthesia, health history, medications, and facility. If written instructions conflict or are unclear, call before changing a medicine or preparing for the procedure.

What the pre-op appointment covers

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Not sure about an instruction?

If you’re unsure about medications, fasting or arrival time, call the office that gave you the instructions.

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