I was looking at a surgery I am considering. It said that to avoid blood cloths (i think it said in the legs ) they had to get me on the feet fast after. Why is it like that when I can lie in bed all night? Im assuming it is because im “asleep” under the surgery?
(English isn’t my first language, I don’t know the word for that thing they put in you to make you alive but not awake during surgeries)
If it is relevant, it is for a breast lift. But would it be the same case for most surgeries? And then what about leg surgeries where you can’t stand?
Thank you!
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Because sleeping =/= unconscious/anaesthetised
You fidget and move about in your sleep, especially if you lie in a funny position/squash a limb. You will move the affected body part without waking. If you fidget during surgery the anaesthetist gives you more drugs to keep you sedated.
Anaesthetics are a cocktail of drugs including strong muscle relaxants. Your pretty much totally immobilised, not the same as sitting still/sleeping
Edit to add: for leg surgery the patient is still encouraged to sit up and move about with crutches or a wheelchair. Other things you need to do after day surgery is have something to drink, then eat and go to the toilet. If you can do those things without a problem (being slower or using an aid is not a problem) then you can safely be discharged home
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