Patient Care for Tests and Pre- and Post-Operative Care

Diagnostic Tests

• Body CT Scan
• pH probe test
• Ultrasound
• Upper GI (Barium Swallow)
• Sigmoidoscopy Preparation

Home Procedures

• Anal Dilation
• Anorectal Skin Care
• Enemas
• Gastrostomy Tube and Button Care
• Laxatives
• Liver and Spleen Injury Care
• Rectal Wash-outs
• Wound Care/Dressing Changes

Pre-Operative:

• Clear Liquid Diet
• Pre-op Bowel Preparation

Post-Operative:

• Circumcision
• Hernia/Hydrocele
• Pectus Excavatum
• Pyloromyotomy

Post-Operative Clinic Visit

Please also read specific Pre-Operative and Post-Operative instructions for:

• C.S. Mott Children's Hospital
• St. Joseph Mercy Health System
• St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center