The risks of surgery are extensively discussed with the patient and the relatives prior to the procedure. After the patient is well taken care of in the hospital and is monitored round the clock in the hospital. The patient should be concerned of numerous symptoms arise after discharge from the hospital.
After discharge from the hospital, patients should immediately alert the provider if there is shortness of breath or if there is chest pain. Additionally if there is increased swelling in the extremity or if there is increased pain, if there is a fall and the patient is unable to walk, the patient should immediately call their surgeon. Use common sense! If anything does not feel right, call your provider!