How you prepare Duodenal Switch Surgery
If you qualify for a BPD/DS
, your health care team gives you instructions on how to prepare for surgery.
You may need to have various lab tests and exams before surgery.
Food and medications
Before your surgery,
give your surgeon and any other health care providers a list of all medicines,
vitamins, minerals, and herbal or dietary supplements you take. You may have
restrictions on eating and drinking and which medications you can take.
If you have diabetes,
talk with the doctor who manages your insulin or other diabetes medications for
specific instructions on taking or adjusting them after surgery.
Other precautions
You may be required to
start a physical activity program and to stop any tobacco use.
You may also need to
prepare by planning ahead for your recovery after surgery. For instance, arrange
for help at home if you think you'll need it.
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