Diagnostics |
- Baseline X-rays (Sankar series)
- Standing AP pelvis false profile and Dunn lateral view
- MRI if concerns for coexisting soft tissue injury
- CT if clinically indicated for preoperative planning and/or diagnosis
- CBC no diff, PTT, PT/INR
- Consider preoperative autologous blood donation for young adults who meet Red Cross Criteria
- To be completed 25-30 days before surgical procedure
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Patient Teaching |
- Occurs during orthopedic preoperative visit
- Review details of surgical recovery plan
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Consults |
- Physical Therapy
- Gait training
- Review of home exercise program
- Ordering DME
- Encourage subspecialist preoperative visit as indicated
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Preoperative Hydration |
- Drink 32 oz of clear electrolyte sports drink the day before surgery
- Drink 8 oz clear electrolyte sports drink up to arrival at the hospital
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