Patient Surgery Instructions |
   Uvulopalatopharngoplasty (UP3)
     

What should I expect immediately after my operation?

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty involve only brief anesthesia for 30-60 minutes. You may be quite sleepy and irritable for much of the day. The anesthesia may also cause you to feel nauseated. Within 24 hours your nausea should resolve.

 

    General Pre-Operative Guide
     Uvulopalatopharngoplasty (UP3)
 
> What should I expect immediately after my operation?

> What other things should I expect after the operation?

> What medicines will I be given after my operation?

> What other things should I do to help healing and reduce any discomfort?

> What can I eat after the surgery?

> When can I travel?

> What other restrictions will I have after the operation?

> When should I call Dr. Pasha?

> What about stitches?

> When do I return to clinic for follow-up?
 
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