Risks and Complications with [Surgery]

Risk With [Surgery]

Like most surgical procedures, [surgery] is associated with the following risks and complications:

  • Reaction to anaesthesia,
  • Infection (wound, chest, etc),
  • Unexpected heart problems,
  • Bleeding at the operation site,
  • Internal leakage,
  • Pulmonary embolism or clots,
  • Nerve damage and numbness of the skin
  • Damage to surrounding tissue

Although the recurrence of [condition] is not very common, after surgery, you would need to follow preventive measures.


Complications With [Surgery]

Specific complications of [surgery] may include 

  • Local discomfort and stiffness, 
  • infection, 
  • Damage to nerves and blood vessels, 
  • Bruising, and blood clots, 
  • wound irritation and 
  • urinary retention.


Post-operative Guidelines

  • Pain medication will be provided and should be taken as directed.
  • Remove the bandage after 24 hours.
  • See GP for wound review after 5 days
  • Swelling in the [area], at the site of [surgery] may occur due to [reason] in the cavity left by reducing the hernial sac.
  • Bruising usually appears in the genital area, which is not painful and disappears over 1-2 weeks.
  • You are able to drive usually in 1-2 weeks time and resume normal activities when comfortable unless otherwise instructed.
  • Make a follow-up visit approximately 2 weeks after surgery to monitor your progress.


What Are the Complications of Surgery? 

Prior to making any decision to have surgery, it is important that you discuss any concerns with your surgeon and understand the potential risks so that you can make an informed decision regarding the surgery’s advantages and disadvantages. 

Specific complications associated with [Surgery] may include 

  • Local discomfort and stiffness, 
  • Damage to blood vessels that causes bruising, and
  • Wound irritation.

Complications are not common but can occur. 


What Are the Risks of Surgery? 

Like most surgical procedures, [Surgery] is not risk free, and while most risks are uncommon they can occur. The following list includes some risks and complications associated with the procedures we perform:

  • Reaction to anaesthesia, allergies and anaesthetic complications,
  • Post Op Infections,
  • Bleeding at the operation site,
  • Blood clotting in the leg (deep vein thrombosis - DVT) or lung. 
  • Nerve damage and numbness of the skin , 
  • Damage to surrounding tissue

Rarely do these complications prevail over the long term. 


What Are the Consequences of Surgery? 

Sometimes the potential risks and consequences of your surgical procedure need to be weighed against the benefits of a successful surgical outcome. Like most [Surgery] these benefits can include:

  • Freedom from pain
  • Increase movement
  • Greater Flexibility, 
  • Maintained Independence
  • Improved outlook, and
  • Longer more enjoyable life

Although the recurrence of the presenting problem is not very common, after surgery, you would need to follow preventive measures.

It is important to avoid high impact activities during the early phase of recovery to minimise the risk of further injury. If there are any postoperative concerns or pain, please do not hesitate in contacting [doctor] or the rooms.


How Are These Risks Minimised

Get Moving Quickly

Early mobilisation is a major preventive measure. We strongly encourage you to get moving and out of bed as soon as possible after the operation to restore normal blood flow in the legs. 

You should aim to do at least ten short walks (of between 2 and 5 minutes) each day in the first two weeks after surgery.


How Can I Minimise Post Operative Complications

Blood clots (DVT or PE)

All patients receive a number of treatment measures to reduce the risk of blood clots. These include 

  • being given injections of heparin during and after surgery,
  • special leg stockings (TEDS), and 
  • the sequential calf compression device (SCD) whilst on the operating table. 

As a result of these measures, we have never had a patient develop a deep venous thrombosis.

Any patient who is at high risk of a blood clot (such as a history of blood clots or clotting disorders) may be asked to continue heparin (Clexane) injections for 10 days after the surgery in addition to the other measures. 

This can be done at home, and we will show you how.


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