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Brain, Spine & Endoscopic Skull Base Surgeon


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Phone

123-456-7890

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Email

hellocallcenter@gmail.com

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Location

123 Anywhere St., Any City, 12345

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Patient Care
& Op Guidelines

Essential pre-surgery preparation checklists and
post-surgery recovery rules for brain and spine procedures

Step-By-Step Preparation

Pre-Op Patient Checklist

Track your custom tasks before arriving at the hospital. Tap items to mark them as done.

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  • Fasting: Stop eating food and drinking liquids (including water) 8 hours prior to admission.

  • Medication Review: Stop all blood thinners (aspirin, clopidogrel, warfarin) 7 days prior as instructed by Dr. Atiqul.

  • Medical Documents: Gather and pack your recent MRI, CT scans, blood test reports, and doctor referral files.

  • Hygiene: Shower using antiseptic soap the night before and the morning of the surgery.

  • Personal Items: Remove all jewelry, nail polish, contact lenses, and make-up before going to the OR.

  • Companion: Arrange for a responsible family member or friend to stay at the hospital and drive you home.

Surgical Preparation Timeline

7 Days Prior to Surgery

Discontinue dietary supplements, herbal medicines, and specific anti-inflammatory agents. Confirm hospital admission times and check insurance approvals.

The Night Before Surgery

Take your antiseptic body shower. Do not eat any solid food or drink liquids (including gum, candies, or water) past 12:00 midnight. Get plenty of sleep.

Morning of Surgery

Do not swallow any water. Take critical morning medications (e.g., blood pressure) with a very small sip of water if explicitly approved. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring slip-on shoes.

Critical Warning Signs: When to Call Immediately

Contact Dr. Atiqul Islam's clinic hotline or proceed to the nearest emergency room if you notice any of the following symptoms:

Sudden leg/arm weakness, paralysis, or balance loss
Redness, warmth, or clear/yellow fluid draining from wound
Severe, sudden headache unresponsive to prescribed pain relievers
Difficulty speaking, new confusion, or onset of seizures
Fever above 101°F (38.3°C) or persistent chills
Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, or calf swelling/pain