There are several types ofablation surgerycardiac, urethral, endometrial, venous, and more.
How you prepare will depend a lot on the punch in of ablation you are having.
In many cases, you’re able to even go home the same day.
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Learn about how to prepare for several types of ablations below.
Below are specific location considerations for a few types of ablation surgeries.
With local anesthesia and no complications, you may be able to go home the same day.
Brain Ablation
Brain ablations are typically done in a hospital and require a stay of several days.
These are some of the most complex ablations due to the delicate nature of the brain.
Ablations for neurologic conditions may also impact the spine or spinal cord.
You may experience some pain or tenderness after the surgery, so tight-fitting clothing may result in more discomfort.
You should avoid wearing any lotions, perfumes, nail polish, or jewelry.
Sometimes, you may be asked to bring your prescription medications to the procedure location.
Most recommendations for lifestyle changes before your surgery are to improve your chances of a successful, complication-free recovery.
A healthy diet can help improve your general health and ability to heal.
You should discuss any diet and exercise plans with your healthcare provider.
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Johns Hopkins Health.MRI-guided ablation for brain tumors.
