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What is a preoperative anesthesia evaluation clinic?

Provided by Dr. Tsung-Yung Tang, Division of Anesthesiology, Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital

Preoperative anesthesia evaluation clinic are provided to learn about the patient’s chronic conditions, drug allergies, past surgeries, and respiratory conditions.

The anesthesia method, such as general anesthesia, regional or local anesthesia, which is closely related to the procedure and the patient’s condition, will be discussed with the patient.

Finally, the use of additional medications, such as anti-nausea and vomiting drugs and postoperative painkillers, will be discussed with the patient. The appropriate anti-nausea and vomiting drugs and postoperative painkillers will be selected based on the patient’s condition to help the patient recover more quickly and comfortably after surgery.