Pre Anaesthetic Instructions

The presence of food or drink in the stomach is dangerous during and after an Anaesthetic.

On the day of operation

• No food, or any form of chewing gum for 6 hours prior to admission.
• Clear fluids may be consumed up to 2 hours prior to admission.
• Regular morning medication may be taken with water.

Prior to your operation

• Consult your Surgeon regarding “ blood thinning ” medication - especially Warfarin, Aspirin etc.
• Consult your Anaesthetist for special arrangements for insulin dependent diabetics  and patients on SLGT2 inhibitor agents (Forxiga®), Jardiance®), or in combination with Metformin(Xigduo®, Jardiamet®).

Please notify your Anaesthetist or Surgeon if you develop a cold or fever prior to your operation.

Reduction or cessation of smoking pre-operatively is to your advantage.