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Post operative Complications & Their Prevention

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Glossary

Post-op/ post operative: Following an operation.

Urine retention: Accumulation of urine in the urinary bladder.

Incision: Area of the skin and underlying tissue which has been cut open in order to perform the surgery

Dehiscence: Break down or open and gaping

Suture: Stitches

Thrombophlebitis: Inflammation of the vein due to a clot within

Ileus: Lack of normal bowel movement of the small intestine

Thromboembolism: A clot traveling along the vessel to reach the heart or brain or any other organ

Aspiration: Inhaling or choking on food or drink

Anaphylaxis: A kind of severe allergic reaction which could even cause shock

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