Admission the same day of the surgery

1. An inspirometer, with detailed information on how to use it. Furthermore, probably you will be trained in its use.

2. Clear instructions about medications you should take or not before admission

3. Elastic compression stockings, which should be used since the night before surgery

4. A dose of heparin, which should be administered the night before the operation

5. Precise instructions about oral intake before arrival.

   • To clarify: you can have a normal dinner the previous night.  You are allowed to drink clear liquids (water, tea, infusions or black coffee - no milk at all-) up to 6 hours before the scheduled time of your surgery. 

6. Precise instructions about skin preparation: what to do and what not to do.

   • To clarify: you should have a shower the morning before the surgery using your normal shower gel. Wash your hair also. Do not make up to go to the hospital.

1. Nail varnish

2. Body piercings

Important: Do not shave your thorax where wounds are going to be performed. Once admitted, nurses will decide on the need for your body hair´s removal.

1. Bring your appropriated identification card

2. Take your prepared belongings

3. Prepare for arrival at the hospital half hour before schedule

4. Do not drink or eat anything. From this moment on never drink or eat without asking before

Once arrived at the hospital, go to the Admission Department. After checking in and transfer to the surgical area, the nurse will help you prepare.  They will indicate what to do with your personal belongings (normally they will provide a locker or advise you to give them to your family) depending on the local facilities.