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There are pre-op instructions that must be followed to avoid complicated risks before general surgery. Here you will learn what you need to do to get ready for preoperative care and anesthesia. You will also get access to local general surgeons around Baltimore that can diagnose your medical needs, answer all your questions and take care of your concerns.

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General Surgery

Preparing for surgery frequently seems complicated. Patients are given a lengthy list of things that must be done or avoided before a scheduled operation and frequently forget to ask for explanations of preoperative procedures because they are preoccupied with the surgery itself.

Preparation

Preoperative procedures are designed to improve the outcome of the surgery, decrease the risk for complications, and make the surgery as safe and effective as possible.

Patients who receive general anesthesia, which renders them unconscious, must refrain from eating or drinking for at least 8 hours before surgery. Most instructions indicate that nothing is to be taken by mouth after midnight, on the night before the procedure. It may seem harsh, not to be able to have a sip of water, but this precaution minimizes the risk for complications such as vomiting during surgery.

Discontinuing prescription and over-the-counter medications that "thin" the blood , such as aspirin is necessary prior to surgery. Whether a drug is held or administered is based on the patient's medical condition, the type of drug, and the scheduled surgical procedure. Patients who take prescription medications on a regular basis must discuss this with the surgeon.

Preparation for surgery may begin days before the procedure. Surgeries involving the digestive system require special drinks, laxatives, and an altered diet. The digestive tract must be as empty as possible before surgery to prevent leakage of its contents into the abdominal cavity.

Arrival at the Hospital or Surgical Center

If surgery is being done on an outpatient basis, the patient must arrange for someone to be with them upon discharge. Even though the anesthesia has worn off, grogginess can last several hours and it is unsafe to drive. Also, the patient may need assistance when they get home.

If surgery is being done on an inpatient basis, the patient checks into a room. Most patients return to their room after surgery, but those undergoing complex surgical procedures and those who have complications may go to the intensive care unit (ICU). Outpatients usually go to an area designated for same day surgery.

After arrival, time is needed to prepare the patient for the procedure and sometimes, the time of surgery is changed due to cancellations or emergencies.

All patients must sign an informed consent form acknowledging that they are aware of risks and complications, that they know they will be receiving anesthesia, and that the surgeon has explained the operation to them. The surgery will not proceed unless the consent form is signed.

Patients are usually asked to remove personal items (e.g., jewelry, eyeglasses, hairpieces, contact lenses, dentures) before surgery. This policy protects the patient and prevents the items from being lost or damaged. Depending on the procedure, eyeglasses or hearing aids may be worn.

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UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER

from: Medicare.govHospitalCompare_General

ProviderNumber: 210002 Title: UNIVERSITY OF MARYL...

ProviderNumber: 210002

Title: UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER

Address1: 22 S GREENE ST

City: BALTIMORE

State Code: MD

Zip Code: 21201

County: BALTIMORE CITY

Phone Number: 4103280313

Hospital Type: Acute Care Hospitals

Hospital Ownership: Voluntary non-profit - Private

Emergency Services: Yes

Registries: Registries: Cardiac Surgery - YES; Stroke Care - YES; Nursing Care - YES

Death from serious treatable complications after surgery Compared to National Average: Not Available - Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Collapsed lung due to medical treatment Compared to National Average: Not Available - Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Breathing failure after surgery Compared to National Average: Not Available - Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Serious blood clots after surgery Compared to National Average: Not Available - Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

A wound that splits open after surgery Compared to National Average: Not Available - Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Accidental cuts and tears from medical treatment Compared to National Average: Not Available - Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Serious Complications Compared to National Average: Not Available (Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Death after surgery to repair a weakness in the abdominal aorta: Not Available (Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Deaths after admission for broken hip Compared to National Average: Not Available (Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Deaths from Certain Conditions Compared to National Average: Not Available (Number of Patients: NA; Rate: NA)

Patient Review Communication:
Nurses communicated well - Sometimes/Never: 6; Usually: 19; Always: 75
Doctors communicated well - Sometimes/Never: 4; Usually: 17; Always: 79
Receive help as soon as they want - Sometimes/Never: 13; Usually: 27; Always: 60
Pain was well controlled - Sometimes/Never: 7; Usually: 25; Always: 68
Explained about medicines before giving it to them - Sometimes/Never: 17; Usually: 19; Always: 64
Clean room and bathroom - Sometimes/Never: 15; Usually: 23; Always: 62
Area around their room were quiet at night - Sometimes/Never: 16; Usually: 31; Always: 53
Provided recovery at home instructions - Yes: 87; No: 13
Hospital rating (O to 10; 10 highest) - 6 or lower: 8; 7 or 8: 24; 9 or 10: 68
YES, would recommend the hospital: 73
Number of completed Surveys: 300 or more

Patients who gave their hospital a rating of 9 or 10 on a scale: 68

Percentage of Patients who would recommend the hospital: Definitely Recommend: 73; Probably Recommend: 23; Not Recommend: 4

Surgery patients given the right antibiotic to prevent infection: NA

Patients treated at the right time within 24 hrs before or after: NA

Outpatients having surgery who got an antibiotic at the right time: NA

Outpatients having surgery who got the right kind of antibiotic: NA

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER INC

from: Medicare.govHospitalCompare_General

ProviderNumber: 210008 Title: MERCY MEDICAL CENTE...

ProviderNumber: 210008

Title: MERCY MEDICAL CENTER INC

Address1: 301 ST PAUL PLACE

City: BALTIMORE

State Code: MD

Zip Code: 21202

County: BALTIMORE CITY

Phone Number: 4103329237

Hospital Type: Acute Care Hospitals

Hospital Ownership: Voluntary non-profit - Church

Emergency Services: Yes

Registries: Registries: Cardiac Surgery - NA; Stroke Care - NA; Nursing Care - NA