Is it common practice to have a urinary catheter (just during surgery) since general anesthesia is used? I am asking specifically for a breast augmentation and lift surgery. What other invasive peri-operative interventions are 'standard' or considered best practices? Also, are all patients NPO 12 hours prior? What about drinking water? I read some research re: drinking water up to 4-6 hours prior to surgery has no added risk and may help with patient disposition. Thoughts?
April 22, 2020
Answer: Urinary Catheter for breast augmentation- is it standard? Thank you for your question. Generally, catheters not needed for breast augmentation procedure as these are typically a couple hours in length. For longer operations, it is helpful/comfortable for the patient to have and so the surgeon/anesthesiologist don't get wet.
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April 22, 2020
Answer: Urinary Catheter for breast augmentation- is it standard? Thank you for your question. Generally, catheters not needed for breast augmentation procedure as these are typically a couple hours in length. For longer operations, it is helpful/comfortable for the patient to have and so the surgeon/anesthesiologist don't get wet.
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April 21, 2020
Answer: Surgical Guidelines Hello! A Urinary catheter for a breast augmentation and lift is not required. I do not use this for my surgical patients as the surgery length is not long enough to benefit or warrant a catheter. Every surgeon has their own pre and post operative protocols it is extremely important to follow yours surgeons instructions. NPO 12 hours before surgery time is pretty standard. The NPO policy is important because patients who have full stomachs are at risk for getting food or liquid in their lungs during anesthesia or sedation. This could cause pneumonia or other serious health problems. Best of luck in your journey.
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April 21, 2020
Answer: Surgical Guidelines Hello! A Urinary catheter for a breast augmentation and lift is not required. I do not use this for my surgical patients as the surgery length is not long enough to benefit or warrant a catheter. Every surgeon has their own pre and post operative protocols it is extremely important to follow yours surgeons instructions. NPO 12 hours before surgery time is pretty standard. The NPO policy is important because patients who have full stomachs are at risk for getting food or liquid in their lungs during anesthesia or sedation. This could cause pneumonia or other serious health problems. Best of luck in your journey.
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April 21, 2020
Answer: Urinary Catheter for breast augmentation- is it standard? Patient safety is the number one priority in surgery. There are many interventions in place for this purpose. A urinary catheter is used based on the expected length of the surgery. For a breast augmentation alone a catheter is not typically needed. Your surgeon will be able to advise what is expected for you based on the procedures planned. Patients should have nothing to eat or drink after midnight prior to the day of surgery unless expressly discussed and approved by the surgeon/anesthesiologist. This is for your safety while under general anesthesia. There are other safety protocols for surgery including a pregnancy test for all females of child bearing age. There will also be preventative measures for blood clots which may vary by patient medical history and surgeon preference.
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April 21, 2020
Answer: Urinary Catheter for breast augmentation- is it standard? Patient safety is the number one priority in surgery. There are many interventions in place for this purpose. A urinary catheter is used based on the expected length of the surgery. For a breast augmentation alone a catheter is not typically needed. Your surgeon will be able to advise what is expected for you based on the procedures planned. Patients should have nothing to eat or drink after midnight prior to the day of surgery unless expressly discussed and approved by the surgeon/anesthesiologist. This is for your safety while under general anesthesia. There are other safety protocols for surgery including a pregnancy test for all females of child bearing age. There will also be preventative measures for blood clots which may vary by patient medical history and surgeon preference.
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