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North Dallas Vascular Associates |
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Exclusively Focused On Vein Care |
Pre-Op and Post-Op Instructions |
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Pre-Op Instructions
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Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before surgery.
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If you take any medications, such as for high blood pressure or diabetes, please check with the nurse about taking these the day of surgery.
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You may brush your teeth on the morning of surgery, but do not swallow any water.
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Bathe or shower on the morning of surgery to minimize the risk of infection.
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Please shave at the bikini line. Be informed that if you do not wish to do this, the Surgery Center will do so to minimize the risk of infection.
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Remove any colored nail polish on finger or toe-nails prior to surgery. The nail beds are checked periodically in surgery by the anesthesiologist.
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Arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home.
Post-Op Instructions
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If you haven't already arranged for your follow-up appointment at The American Vein Institute, please do so. These are scheduled for 5-7 days post-op, unless needed sooner.
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Keep dressings dry and intact. You may remove the bandages the day after surgery. Try to leave the Steri-strips in place; they will eventually loosen by themselves, which they are designed to do.
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You may shower the morning after surgery, but do not over-saturate with water or soap. Then dry the incision areas carefully.
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A prescription for discomfort will be given to you. You may also take Tylenol if you experience any extra discomfort. AVOID ASPIRIN PRODUCTS.
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It is not unusual for the treatment area(s) to become sore and reddened. You may apply an ice pack the first day. The second day you may use a heating pad.
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Please feel free to contact the office if you have any questions. For medical concerns requiring that you speak with a nurse, call 214.288.5008.