However much time there is between now and your anaesthetic, you can improve the outcome of your procedure and anaesthetic by being as prepared as possible. Below, you will find some details on how to prepare for your procedure and anaesthesia.
- To find out the most essential information to know about your anaesthetic, click here
- Optimising your other health conditions will improve the success of your procedure, click here
- Acute illnesses such as the flu can happen whilst awaiting surgery, advice on what to do is found here
- Your medications may need to be adjusted, read more here
- Lifestyle changes may improve your outcomes from your procedure. These include diet, exercise and managing intake of smoking, alcohol and recreational drugs. Read more here
- A summary of what to expect prior to surgery, on the day, and on discharge is available for you here