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I was just wondering what kinds of pre-surgery tests are needed? My surgery is on Oct. 9th and the only appointment I have before the big day is a pre-op on Oct. 4th. If there is a lot of testing required, I don't know how that will fit into one appointment. Does it just depend on the doctor?
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Wow! I've had lots of tests. Maybe it is because I am so old!
I had to have a myelogram, a pulmonary, several types of heart tests, blood tests, bone density, a visit with their internist, numerous X-rays both of standing and flexibility, a stress test....these are just off the top of my head.
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I'd ask your doctor, but if they only scheduled one day for you, it's probably not a huge list of tests...Originally posted by dorigirl30 something y.o.
2003 - T45, L???
2005 - T50, L31
bunch of measurements between...
2011 - T60, L32
2013 - T68, L?
Posterior Fusion Sept 2014 -- T3 - L3
Post - op curve ~35
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If I remember correctly- I think I had lots of blood tests, X-Rays, MRI, Echo-Cardiogram, etc. Dont worry- it will be over with before you know it. Best of luck on your upcoming surgery- you will be in my prayers.Angela
29 y/o f w/76 degree curve.Surgery done on June 26th, A/P, rods, instumentaion, rib removal- now 18 degrees!!
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I had quite a few tests--bone density, echiocardiogram(sp) MRI etc.....it was just about an all day thing for me. I was tired but happy to get all done in one day! Ly
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My pre-op took 3-4 hours, but one hour of that was waiting to get in for the first test and then I spent a lot of time waiting in between tests. I had blood drawn, and Ekg, chest x-rays, met with the anesthesiologist and a nurse. I had an MRI also, but on a separate day.Comment
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3 - 4 hours!Originally posted by HGD24
that's a long time! I had the same exact tests done (plus urinalysis) for a pre-op and it took two hours -- the pre-op clinic said they were trying to speed things up.
30 something y.o.
2003 - T45, L???
2005 - T50, L31
bunch of measurements between...
2011 - T60, L32
2013 - T68, L?
Posterior Fusion Sept 2014 -- T3 - L3
Post - op curve ~35
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Hi Dorigirl,
I think as usual, it depends on the hospital and doctor's. I got to the hospital at 9:AM and didn't leave until 5:30 PM. I think you have to go in with the frame of mind that you have to do what you have to do. We are at their mercy.
It's my opinion, it's a shame that there is not a more uniformed procedure for us, but apparently that is not the norm. Just go in with an open mind and patience. Why some hospitals are more efficent than others, I feel, it is how experienced their attending staff is. What a shame!!!
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Yes, I was at the hospital for 3-4 hours, but again, 1 hour of that was waiting beyond my scheduled appt. time just to get started and I'd say I spent another 20-30 mins. waiting in between tests so you can knock 1.5 hours off of that total time.Comment
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It also took me all day-from 9am to about 3pm. But here with the public system it's long and even my doctor's appointments are so long, I can have my appointment at 9am and pass at 2pm. Yeah, it takes a lot of patience and pain comes from it afterwards
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35 y/old female from Montreal, Canada
Diagnosed with scoliosis(double major) at age 12, wore Boston brace 4 years at least 23 hours a day-curve progressed
Surgery age 26 for 60 degree curve in Oct. 1997 by Dr.Max Aebi-fused T5 to L2
Surgery age 28 for a hook removal in Feb. 1999 by Dr.Max Aebi-pain free for 5 years
Surgery age 34 in Dec.2005 for broken rod replacement, bigger screws and crosslinks added and pseudarthrosis(non union) by Dr. Jean OuelletComment
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pre op tests
Weird how different we all are. All i had was my xray on my first dr.s visit ( that was done at his office ) and i had an mri on another day and that was it. Not including my blood donations, but i didn't consider that testing.
Stephanie
Anterior T11 to L3
June 5, 2006Stephanie
T11 to L3
1 rib removed
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I had to see different Drs and had lots of tests. I had to see a cardiologist, a pulminary Dr, and my GP. I had lots of blood work plus a blood clotting test.
I had a MRI and lots of x-rays. I have had so many x-rays its surprising I dont glow. I had an EKG also. But I think that is just ordinary procedure anymore. I think a lot of it has to do with what your Dr thinks or wants done and your age. I was 47 when I had mine done the first time. Good Luck.
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