If he has to undergo outpatient surgery at our hospital, he will be anesthetized by a specialist doctor from the Anesthesiology Service. Thinking about anesthesia always causes some respect or can even cause fear. This is normal, especially if you do not know very well what anesthesia is and its possibilities today.
Below you will find important information for the performance of your surgery that we recommend you read carefully. Specifically, you will find the document of Informed consent, in which we tell you some things that can help you get to the operating room calm, without fear of anesthesia and willing to collaborate with us. The anesthesiologist who will conduct the telephone interview will explain the most appropriate anesthetic technique for your surgical procedure and will be able to express your doubts and fears about it.
We need that print this document and sign the first page, corresponding to their consent to perform the anesthetic technique. This document he must deliver it to the anesthesiologist on the day of surgery, which will be attached to the other documents in your medical history.
- Informed consent of Anesthesia - Remember: He has to bring printed and signed on the day of the operation. In case you do not have the means to print it, we will provide it ourselves.
Prior Surgery Recommendations (Adults)
Recommendations prior to surgery (Adults)
If you have to undergo an operation that is to be performed in the operating room and which requires the administration of anesthesia, you must follow the instructions given below so that it develops in appropriate conditions and to avoid it. complications:
- The night before coming to the hospital you should shower or bathe and wash your head.
- Wear comfortable, comfy clothing and footwear.
- It is a good idea to bring your personal hygiene items and slippers.
- Do not wear jewelry, makeup, or nail polish.
- Be accompanied, however, by a maximum of two people. Remember that if you are discharged on the day of the operation, you will not be able to drive. It is recommended not to use public transport.
- You need to come to the hospital on an empty stomach, do not eat any solid food 6 hours before the procedure. You can drink water, up to two hours before the operation.
- It is advisable that you have been given the Tetanus Vaccine (bring the vaccination card).
- It is important that you take your usual medication.
- You must contact the Hospitalization Admissions Service on the day and time indicated to you by telephone or as stated in the summons letter.
- Remember: In case of not appearing at the intervention without proof, will be removed from the waiting list.
Then, you can download these instructions in pdf format, if you find it most useful:
Recommendations prior to surgery (adults) (Catalan and Spanish)
Specific recommendations by type of intervention
Cataracts
Diet for insulin-dependent patients for the day of cataract surgery (afternoons)
sigui strict with theschedule:
- At 8 am, have a normal breakfast and take the insulin you need.
- At 11 am supplement:
- 1 glass of jar juice, NOT natural
- Do not drink milk
Coloproctological surgery, except sacral sinus
- The night before the operation, administer 1 Cassen enema.
- 2 hours before the operation re-administer 1 Cassen enema and shower.
Thank you very much for your collaboration and trust in our services
Recom. previous interv. Pediatric Surgery
Recommendations prior to surgery (Pediatrics). Information for parents.
If your child has to have an operation in the operating room and requires the administration of anesthesia, they must follow the recommendations we make below so that the operation is performed in the appropriate conditions and to avoid it. complications.
Preparation before an intervention
- If you notice that your child is ill, and especially if he has a fever two weeks before the operation, contact the Programming Service.
- The child should not take ibuprofen at least 5 days before the operation, as it may alter blood clotting.
- They may be called from the hospital 2-3 days in advance to ensure that all information is correct.
Fasting
SOLIDS | FORMULA MILK | MATERNAL MILK (including fortified) |
WATER or WATER WITH SUGAR | |
DO NOT EAT BEFORE THE INTERVENTION: | 6 hours before | 4 hours before | 3 hours before | 1 hours before |
Hygiene
- It is advisable to shower and wash your hair before coming to the hospital.
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and some toys with which you can be distracted.
- No need to wear makeup, nail polish, jewelry or piercings.
Companions
- It is not advisable for more than two people to come with the child.
- Remember they need a means of transportation. It is recommended not to use public transport.
You can then download these instructions in pdf format, if you find it more useful:
Information for Parents: Recommendations prior to surgery (Pediatrics) (Catalan and Spanish)
Thank you very much for your collaboration and trust in our services
Pain control after the intervention
Pain control after the intervention
Control of pain after ambulatory surgery (Catalan and Spanish)