Current trends in preoperative patient evaluation and management for podiatric surgeons.

Robert Skully, Christy A Beasley, Kevin W Lutz

Journal: Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery 2003;20(2):213-35, vii

PMID: 12776978

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Abstract

In preparation for elective foot and ankle surgery, the podiatric surgeon often will refer the patient for a preoperative evaluation. Surgeons rely on the input of that consultant to provide a determination as to the operative risk for the patient. This article reviews the fundamental parts of the preoperative evaluation, perioperative patient management, and recent changes and trends within this arena.

Address: Family Practice Residency Program, 111 S. Grant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215, USA.

DOI: 10.1016/S0891-8422(03)00004-1

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MeSH Terms: Ankle, Cardiovascular Agents, Diabetes Mellitus, Foot, Humans, Hypoglycemic Agents, Phytotherapy, Podiatry, Preoperative Care, Risk Factors