Procedure
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
A one-page care plan for patients having Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS), 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 is a minimally invasive surgery in the chest
- I understand it may be used to remove tissue, treat disease, or diagnose conditions
- I follow instructions about fasting before surgery
- I tell my provider about medications (especially blood thinners)
- I understand I will receive general anesthesia
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
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.