Typical recommendations for pre-operative care may include, but are not limited to, any of the following:

  • CT Scan with PO and IV contrast.
  • Cardiopulmonary evaluation as needed.
  • Anesthesiology consultation as needed.
  • Nothing by mouth for 6 hours before surgery.
  •  Prophylactic antibiotics for patients with comorbidities such as heart disease, diabetes, previous history of colon or bowel surgery.
  • BMI greater than 40 and smoking are relative contraindications.