Let your surgeon know immediately if you experience any change in symptoms before surgery, including mild colds, flu and other illnesses. Even minor illnesses may require a delay of your surgery.
The night before surgery, do not eat solid food after midnight. You may drink clear liquids, like water, tea, coffee without cream or milk, 7-UP or Sprite. You may not drink anything before surgery unless directed by your physician or pre-op nurse.
Make arrangements for an adult to drive you home from North Seattle Surgery Center or accompany you in a taxi. It’s also recommended that an adult stay with you for the 24 hours following your surgery.
