The operation will take 2–3 hours. Local anaesthetic is infiltrated into the surgical sites to reduce postoperative discomfort. After surgery you will be taken to the recovery room and thereafter to the wards. Compression garments will support your thighs and help to reduce postoperative swelling and bruising. Early ambulation is an important part of the postoperative care. It is always worth noting that pain is subjective and varies from individual to individual.
Any surgical drains are removed on the first day after surgery. There is some discomfort associated with surgery. Although most patients report a tightness rather than pain due to excellent pain control regime we utilise which includes local anaesthetic for the immediate postoperative period as well as powerful analgesics.