What's Included
Heavy-duty absorption composite surgical operative dressing pack
Large post-op protective securement breathable film dressing
Pre-sterilized absorbent 10x10 cm cotton gauze pieces
Hypoallergenic microporous surgical paper or cloth adhesive tape
Pre-packaged surgical sterile gloves (sizes 6.5/7.0/7.5)
Medical grade professional alcohol rub (70%+ Ethanol/Isopropyl)
Non-sterile latex or nitrile medical examination gloves
Yellow designated medical infectious waste disposal plastic bag
Post-Surgical Dressing
Expert post-operative wound care at home for smooth surgical recovery.
A valid prescription from a registered doctor is required before availing this service.
Overview
Our specialized post-operative care nurses provide professional surgical wound dressing at your home following hospital discharge. With sterile techniques and careful monitoring, we ensure your surgical incision heals properly while you recover comfortably at home, eliminating the need for repeated hospital visits.
Post-surgical dressing is a specialized healthcare service designed to support patients recovering from surgical procedures by providing professional wound care in the comfort of their homes. At Care At Door, our experienced post-operative care nurses bring hospital-quality surgical wound management
Who Should Book This
- Patients recovering from abdominal surgeries
- Women recovering from cesarean section deliveries
- Individuals after orthopedic surgical procedures
- Patients following cardiac or vascular surgeries
- People recovering from gynecological operations
- Individuals after urological surgical procedures
- Patients discharged from hospital requiring continued wound care
- Family caregivers seeking professional support during post-operative recovery
Who Should Avoid
- Patients with signs of severe surgical site infection requiring hospital readmission
- Individuals experiencing wound dehiscence or incision separation
- Patients with complications requiring immediate surgical intervention
- Individuals with uncontrolled bleeding from surgical sites
- Patients developing signs of deep tissue infection or abscess formation
- Individuals experiencing severe post-operative complications
- Patients with exposed organs or deep structures through incision
- Individuals specifically instructed by their surgeon to return to hospital for wound care
- Patients with systemic infection or sepsis symptoms
- Individuals requiring specialized wound vacuum therapy not available at home
Precautions & Preparation
- Keep hospital discharge summary and post-operative instructions readily available
- Inform the nurse about the type of surgery performed and date of procedure
- Mention all medications prescribed by your surgeon including antibiotics
- Keep prescribed wound care supplies, ointments, or dressings ready if provided
- Prepare a clean, comfortable area with good lighting for wound assessment
- Take pain medication as prescribed before the appointment if dressing changes are uncomfortable
- Report any changes in wound appearance, drainage, or pain level between visits
- Follow all activity restrictions and lifting limitations advised by your surgeon
- Avoid getting the surgical site wet unless specifically permitted by your doctor
- Maintain good nutrition and hydration to support surgical healing
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon
- Notify the nurse immediately if you develop fever, increased pain, or signs of infection
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