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Questions To Ask The Neurosurgeon And/Or Plastic Surgeon During Consult
Number of CS Surgeries that they have performed?
Success rate?
Can they provide the phone # of other parents/references who they have performed the same or similar surgery on?
Preferred age at the time of surgery?
Predicted length of surgery?
Prediction of future surgeries needed for your child?
Details of surgery to be performed? (strip/remodel, etc.)
Recovery time expectation?
Anticipated length of hospital stay?
Metal or absorbable plates (if needed)?
Staples or absorbable stitches?
Recommended units of blood for transfusion?
Type of incision? (straight/zig-zag)
Will they shave the head?
Frequency of follow-up visits?
Recommended genetic testing?
Anticipated deformity, problems or concerns if surgery is not done?
Recommended other specialists? (ENT, Ophthalmologists, etc.)
When will the surgery date be set?
Is one or more people permitted to stay with the baby, 24 hours per day?
Is directed donation of blood allowed (can I donate blood for my baby's transfusion)?
What are the feeding instructions in the 24 hours leading up to the surgery?
How soon after surgery will I be able to see my baby?
What forms will I need to sign for the surgery and hospital stay? Are they available to read in advance?
If breastfeeding, will the hospital have a pump available? Does the hospital have any policies regarding nursing while in ICU?
What do I need to watch out for following the surgery? Any special precautions?
What are your procedures regarding the use of cranial orthosis (ex. DOC Band) for treatment following surgery?
What should I bring to the hospital?
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