Surgical Journey

An interactive guide to understanding the typical flow of a surgical procedure in a hospital. Personalize the information based on procedure type and hospital protocols.

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Procedure Flow

Admission and Preoperative Assessment
Preoperative Preparation
Preoperative Preparation

Patient is admitted. Medical history, allergies, and medications are reviewed. Physical examination and diagnostic tests (e.g., blood work, ECG, imaging) are performed. Consent is obtained after discussing the procedure, risks, and alternatives.

Fasting and Preoperative Instructions
Preoperative Preparation
Preoperative Preparation

Patient is instructed to fast (usually for 6–8 hours before anesthesia). Specific medications may be stopped or adjusted. Antiseptic shower or skin preparation may be done the night before or morning of surgery.

Identification and Marking
Preoperative Preparation
Preoperative Preparation

Patient identity, surgical site, and procedure are verified (using a checklist). Surgical site may be marked by the surgeon if required.