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Your physician will explain the procedure to you and offer
you the opportunity to ask any questions that you might have about
the procedure.
You will be asked to sign a consent form
that gives your permission to do the test. Read the form carefully
and ask questions if something is not clear.
You will not
be able to eat or drink for eight hours prior to your surgery.
If you are pregnant or suspect that you are pregnant, you should
notify your physician.
Notify your physician if you are
sensitive to or are allergic to any medications, iodine, latex,
tape, or anesthetic agents (local and general).
Notify
your physician of all medications (prescription and
over-the-counter) and herbal supplements that you are taking.
Notify your physician if you have heart valve disease, as you
may need to receive an antibiotic prior to the procedure.
Notify your physician if you have a history of bleeding
disorders or if you are taking any anticoagulant (blood-thinning)
medications, aspirin, or other medications that affect blood
clotting. It may be necessary for you to stop some of these
medications prior to the procedure.
Your physician may
request a blood test prior to the procedure to determine how long it
takes your blood to clot. Other blood tests may be done as
well.
You may receive a sedative prior to the procedure to
help you relax. If a sedative is given, you will need someone to
drive you home afterwards.
The upper chest may be shaved
or clipped prior to the procedure.
Based upon your medical
condition, your physician may request other specific
preparation.