Please follow the below instructions to prepare for your aortic surgery:
Inform your doctor of your current medications as some medicines are unsuitable for consumption before a surgery.
If you are a smoker, please refrain from smoking during this time period.
Provide your clinician with a list of your medical history, particularly for allergies.
You may need to undergo other medical examinations prior to the surgery. Some examples of the tests include:
ECG (electrocardiogram)
Blood tests
Chest x-ray
Urine sample