Post-Operative Instructions
Videos: Recovering from 心脏手术
心脏手术后, you will receive extensive education from your care team about what to expect when you go home. Watch these helpful videos to start learning.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call your cardiac surgeon's office at 617-632-8383.
Physical Activity and the Path to 复苏
Your recovery in the hospital has been marked by many important milestones. As you continue your recovery at home, you will gradually return to your regular routines.
Caring for Your Incision
Learn how to care for your incision and spot signs of infection.
什么时候叫医生
In the first weeks after surgery, it’s important to monitor your progress and know when to call the surgeon or go to the emergency room.
疼痛控制
As you return home and increase your activity, you may have increased pain. 了解更多 about common pain medications.
饮食建议
Learn how to make heart-healthy choices to help speed your recovery.
常见的药物
了解更多 about the medicines that are frequently prescribed following heart surgery.
后续护理
You will continue to receive care after you leave the hospital. 了解更多 about your follow-up care.
Understanding Coumadin (Warfarin)
Some patients will be prescribed Coumadin to help prevent the development of blood clots. Here’s what you should know.