What to ask a surgeon when you go for a consult?
From: Ivy (ivy@cox.net)
Tue Aug 23 22:06:03 2005
I have to find a surgeon in my area so that when the time comes for
adhesiolysis I'm prepared and have my ducks in a row.
I'm very confused at this point, after reading differing techniques used
by different doctors. I know that the SprayGel isn't used here in the
States yet, so that's out. What about the "abdolift"? Is that used here
now too? And...is it preferable and safe? How about the CO2 factor??
Since I'm not able (or going to be able) to fly overseas or even to the
Grand Caymans or anywhere else, I have to find a doctor here in Arizona
who is covered by my insurance and when I have a consult I want to be
able to ask the best questions I can regarding the adhesiolysis and
they're experience with it. Can anyone help me?
Also...the barrier that's used now...is that Seprafilm and if so, is
that standard procedure to use it here in the US?
I'm very confused. It seems there are no clear cut guidelines right now
and the more I read, the more confused I get.
Any help to clarify all this would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
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Hugs-
Ivy
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