Procedure
Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction – Post-Op
A one-page care plan for patients having Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction – Post-Op, covering Purpose & Protection, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose & Protection
- I understand this phase focuses on healing and protecting the transferred tissue
- I understand blood flow to the flap is critical for survival
- I take medications as prescribed (pain control, blood thinners if given)
- I protect both the reconstruction site and donor site
- I understand close monitoring is required early
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
Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction – Post-Op is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.