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Total hip replacement
pre-operative care is very important! You, your veterinarian, and
Gulf Coast Veterinary Surgery, Orthopedics & Neurology are all part of your dog's health care team.
We will work together so your dog will enjoy the new hip for life. The
following are important points to remember:
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Please discontinue all
anti-inflammatory medications (i.e. Rimadyl, Aspirin, Phenylbutazone or
Etogesic ) 5 days prior to surgery. Discomfort, for this time, can be
minimized by restricting activity.
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The leg must be bathed and
rinsed thoroughly the day before surgery. The shampoo
used normally is adequate or any mild shampoo, such as baby shampoo may be
used.
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Please do not give any food or
water after midnight the night before surgery. We ask that you give your
dog plenty of time in the morning to void bladder and bowels.
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Your dog must be dropped off
between 7:15 AM - 7:30 AM the morning of surgery unless prior arrangements
have been made directly with the surgeon.
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We will make every effort to
contact you as quickly as possible after surgery. One of the Intensive
Care Technicians may be the first to call with an update. The Exam Room
Technicians and the ICU Technicians are here not only to provide patient
care but also to act as a liaison between you, your dog, and the doctor.
Feel free to call them for updates and any questions you may have prior,
during, and after your dog's stay with us.
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We closely follow all Total Hip
Replacements for the life of the patient. Therefore, if you change your
address and/or phone numbers, please let us know so we may keep current
information on your dog. Periodically, short questionnaires may be sent
to you. Please help us by returning them. We love to hear how our
patients are doing.
If you have any questions about
pre-operative care, aftercare, rehabilitation, activity level, or future
performance, please call us for answers: 713-693-1122.
The Specialists at Gulf Coast Veterinary Surgery, Orthopedics
& Neurology are available to
consult with your veterinarian.
Please call if you have any questions:
Phone: 713-693-1122
Fax: 713- 693-1110
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