Information for youth
These sections will help prepare you for your upcoming surgery and answer many questions you may have:
- Getting ready for surgery
- One day before surgery
- Day of your surgery
- After surgery
- Information for youth
You probably have a lot of questions about your surgery. Make sure you talk with your parents or caregivers and your care team (surgeon, anesthesiologist, nurse practitioners, nurses, and child life specialist) so they know what’s on your mind.
If you smoke tobacco, drink alcohol, or use drugs |
You must tell your care team the truth if you use any of these. Smoking tobacco, using drugs or drinking alcohol before your surgery can cause risks that could make your surgery unsafe or affect your healing. Stop using these for at least a week before surgery. |
Piercings and jewellery (metal and plastic) |
Make sure to remove all studs and jewellery at home before coming for surgery:
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More information (periods, birth control and more) |
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