Pre-surgery visit study for first-time anesthesia patients
This study looks at how well patients understand information from their pre-anesthesia visit. It includes patients having laparoscopic gallbladder or appendix surgery for the first time under general anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- You are in good health (ASA I or II).
- You have never had surgery with general anesthesia before.
- You are scheduled for laparoscopic gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) or laparoscopic appendix removal (appendectomy).
- You can see and hear well enough to communicate.
- You agree to participate in the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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