Procedure
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD)
A one-page care plan for patients having Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this procedure removes abnormal or early cancer tissue in one piece
- I understand it helps treat disease and may avoid surgery
- I follow fasting or bowel prep instructions exactly before the procedure
- I stop or adjust medicines as told (blood thinners, diabetes meds, others)
- I arrange a ride home because I may not be able to drive after sedation
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.