Question 1

what should be the post op care after hysterolaproscopy?

Accepted Answer

Rest : And pain and nausea management for a day or two.

Question 2

recovery/down time post acdf c6/c7? what is the post op recovery like?

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Depends on how : Surgery is done- bone graft from your own hip region known as an iliac graft and whether any plate or instrumentation is used.  However, for most it is less than a 24 hour stay in hospital with average healing time in a nonsmoker of about 12 weeks with restrictions/activities guided by need for a brace or not as well as use of medication that may affect you so discuss this fully with your surgeon.

Question 3

post op care of decompression surgery of lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. i have this surgery wednesday, can you tell me the post op care please?

Accepted Answer

Call your surgeon: Call your surgeon today if you have a question. Even if its not during normal work hours, someone will be covering. In general, wounds should be kept dry until they are not oozing fluid, then it is ok to shower - usually 24-48 hours. Activity as tolerated.  Obviously it depends on the incision location regarding any special instructions. Hope this helps.

Question 4

what is the post-op recovery plan for a brostrom or tendon operation? i am having this on my ankle due to 3 ligament ruptures in the lateral ankle.

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This is a: "COMPLEX" procedure and will involve casting or splinting for a period fopllowed by active REHABILITATION  the person top ask this question to is the SURGEON who is performing the procedure and NO ONE ELSE!
Hope this helps!  Good luck!
Dr Z

Question 5

what is a post op seroma ?

Accepted Answer

Fluid Collection: It is normal and expected for tissue fluid to seep into any open space that follows an operation--we call these fluid collections seromas.  In time, the fluid is absorbed and replaced by scar tissue.  Rarely, this fluid persists, requiring aspiration, or becomes infected, requiring drainage.  Bottom line:  99% of the time, no worries.

Question 6

tips on post-op care for venipuncture site?

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Venipuncture care: Venipuncture sites need little special care.  Generally just using a band-aid and keeping it clean is enough.

Question 7

pain after endometriosis removal ( 1 week post op)?

Accepted Answer

Post-op pain: It's pretty common to have on-again off-again pain for several weeks after surgery, but if it's severe or doesn't resolve quickly you need to call your surgeon asap - that's what he/she wants you to do.

Question 8

do i need to go in for post op after an amniocentesis?

Accepted Answer

No.: The needling procedures do not require postoperative check - the needle trauma is minimal and complications are rare. Specific symptoms to look out for and promptly report to your physician/hospital er: vaginal bleeding, leaking fluid per vaginam, fever >100f, worsening lower abdominal/back cramping. Bedrest for the day of the procedure is advisable, but may return to normal activity the next day.

Question 9

what is the normal post-op care for a venipuncture site?

Accepted Answer

Usually nothing: The site is small and holding pressure for a few minutes is all that is required. Raising the arm may help some.
Many will place a bandaid or small dressing to keep any ooze off clothes or surroundings
 a site for blood donation may be a bit larger and require longer pressure or occasionally a brief pressure dressing. Veins are low pressure.

Question 10

what is the probable cause of an elevated temperature post op?

Accepted Answer

Often infection: There are many possible causes of a post-operative fever.  Infections (pneumonia, urinary tract infection, surgical wound) are one possibility as well as blood clots and inflammation need to be considered.

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