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SAFETY

NOTE: Material on this page does not constitute medical advice. Consult with your physician concerning specific medical conditions.

It was an anesthesiologist who developed this form of surgery outside the hospital setting for procedures that were deemed safe to perform in an ambulatory setting. The amount of surgery performed in outpatient clinics for the past 26 years attests to the safety and effectiveness of this setting for medical operations.

Very Young - TOP
Patients who were born prematurely should probably wait until they are 3-6 months of age before going home immediately after outpatient surgery. In some instances they can stay overnight and go home the next day. If your child was born prematurely and/or you have specific questions, ask your anesthesiologist or surgeon to be certain.

Patients with Multiple Medical Problems - TOP
As the quality of surgery and the safety of anesthesia improves, we find that ambulatory surgery can be performed in patients with multiple medical problems. Your problems should be stable. Ask your anesthesiologist to be certain.

Common Side Effects - TOP
Common side effects after ambulatory surgery include nausea, vomiting, headache, sore throat, pain not related to the incision, dizziness, shivering and drowsiness for at least 24 hours. These side effects should be discussed with your anesthesiologist and/or surgeon. Certain drugs can be administered to help minimize these side effects. You should not drive, operate power tools, or be involved in major business decisions for at least 24 hours after a procedure.

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