Surgery Packet (P-AV) for Subglottic/Tracheal Dilation:

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This information may be of educational use, but should not be considered medical advice unless specifically directed by your doctor.

Required Reading:

• At least one week prior to surgery, read the instructions before surgery.

• Read your surgery consent form before your day of surgery: Form “C-BA” • Subglottic/Tracheal Dilation consent form. Notify your surgeon if you have questions about the risks of surgery or the consent form.

• Adults should complete their Advance Directive forms.

• Review your instructions for after surgery:  Instructions after dilation of subglottic/tracheal stenosis • Form “PO-Z”

Recommended Reading:

• Expected recovery after subglottic/tracheal stenosis balloon dilation

• Estimating your cost for a surgical procedure

• Labs, tests, pre-operative clearance

• “A Scientific View on Risks”

Maps and Directions

• to Carle BroMenn Hospital | parking structure address for your GPS: 606 W Virginia Ave, Normal, IL 61761 | (309) 454-1400 | street view photo | map | website

Conditions related to subglottic/tracheal dilation

General anesthesia risks

Loss of the airway

Subglottic/tracheal stenosis