BIMS 201 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Frenectomy, Chalazion, Syndactyly
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Gynaecology: dilatation and curettage/hysteroscopy, laparoscopy sterilization, termination of pregnancy, examination under anaesthetic and vaginoscopy, separation of labial adhesions. Dental: conservation, extractions (especially children with special needs, mental/ physical handicaps, excision or biopsy of oral lesions, lingual/labial frenectomy, enucleation of simple cysts, removal of direct bone plates and wires. Plastic and dermatological: incomplete simple syndactyly, excision of accessory auricles and digits, dermoid cysts. Can be done at anaesthetic clinic at least two weeks prior to surgery so that any medical problems can be identified and corrected. Must follow the same principles as for inpatient. Premedication such anxiolytics are not commonly prescribed except in some special cases. Remember to bring containers for these articles: leave all jewellery, money, watches and other valuables at home. The hospital will not be responsible for any loss: wear comfortable, casual, clothing that is easy to get on and off. The hospital will provide you with gown and slippers.