What should you know before the operation?

• Before the operation, you should confirm your identity, your primary surgeon, and the members of your medical team. It is essential that you fully understand and consent to the planned procedure and the exact surgical site.
• Anesthesia is generally classified into three types:
• Local Anesthesia: This is a short-acting anesthesia applied to a specific site, such as tooth extraction. Please note that local anesthesia does not guarantee a completely pain-free experience during every step of the procedure
• Regional (Spinal/Epidural) Anesthesia: It anesthetizes the lower half of your body and typically remains effective for several hours. Most patient is stay alert during the procedure.
• General anesthesia: General anesthesia renders you fully unconscious during surgery; you will regain awareness once the procedure is over.
• Please consult your doctor regarding the risks, benefits, and expected outcomes of the operation to help you make an informed decision about whether to proceed or not.
• Preparing for Your Surgery
• Complete all preoperative tests and the pre-anesthesia evaluation as ordered by your physician.
• To prevent food or liquid from entering your airway and causing aspiration pneumonia, please notify your doctor immediately if you have consumed any food or drink before the operation.
• Remove any gel or acrylic nails, as well as nail polish.

15 questions to the doctor before surgery

• What type of treatment would you recommend for my condition?
• What is your experience with performing this surgery?
• Why is surgery necessary in my case? Is there any alternative treatment?
• Is the cost of the operation covered by the National Health Insurance program or will I need to pay out of pocket? Which items are self-funded, and how much will they cost?
• What is the expected outcome of the surgery, and how long will the results last?
• What could happen if I choose not to undergo the surgery?
• Will the operation require general anesthesia or local/regional anesthesia?
• What are the risks associated with anesthesia?
• Will I experience pain after the operation? Can anything be done to help manage the pain?
• What are the risks, side effects, or complications of the surgery?
• Will hospitalization be required for this surgery?
• How long will I need to stay in the hospital after the surgery?
• How long will it take to recover after the operation?
• When can I return to work or resume normal daily activities?
• Will I need any assistive devices, such as a wheelchair or crutches, after discharge?