Pre-operation:
Pre_ operation diet is a clear liquid diet two days before surgery
That diet includes:
- Clear broth
- sugar-free lollipop
- water
- sugar-free tea
- decaffeinated coffee
- and protein shakes.
Post-operation:
wound care
drains care (if applicable)
Chest physiotherapy
Breathing exercise by spirometry
Strictly follow doctor’s instructions regarding use of anti-coagulant medications and vitamins after surgery
Following a specific diet with a dietician after surgery (it varies according to the type of surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, mini gastric bypass or bypass)
usually, clear liquid diet is started for a week, then switch to full liquid diet for another week,
soft diet is started for two weeks and up to the final regular diet.
