Surgical diagnosis is made after medical tests and evaluations reveal a condition requiring surgery.
The preoperative management phase begins from the time surgery is decided to the point when the patient is brought to the operating room. The postoperative management phase lasts from entry to the recovery room through follow-up clinical evaluation. This information is not intended to be a substitute for individual medical advice in diagnosing or treating a health problem. Please consult with your health care provider about your health care concerns.