Pre-op diet

[Lisa R. 9]

I've noticed there are a lot of people saying they have a liquid diet for up to 2 weeks before surgery. In my case, I'm only required to do that the day before surgery. What factors decide on the amount of days? My surgery is on February 20th.

[No game 14,437]

It mostly just differs doctor to doctor..

Some doctors have pre op diet

Some don't .

[Susie1226 138]

I've noticed there are a lot of people saying they have a liquid diet for up to 2 weeks before surgery. In my case' date=' I'm only required to do that the day before surgery. What factors decide on the amount of days? My surgery is on February 20th.[/quote']

Depends on your doctor. I had to do a diet for 2 weeks but mine consisted of 2 Protein drinks and one small meal. I do have to do all liquids on Monday but only after I have a light Breakfast. My surgery is Tuesday the 19th. Just follow what your doctor says and you should be fine.

[TheGamer 406]

Another factor is your starting weight/bmi. I think, in large part, it comes down to if the doctor thinks liver size will be an issue. Most pre op diets are to shrink the liver.