1. Is there a need for a second X-Ray or confirmation test to determine for certain that surgery is needed and what kind of procedure is to be followed? (Especially, since the neurologist didn't find any muscle imbalance and said that brain function seemed normal)
Notes: At the first consult, the doc suspected muscle tightness and had recommended a visit to the neurologist to rule out Cerebral Palsy (Hemiplegia).
2. What is the procedure that will be adopted for her hip correction? Is it closed reduction?
3. At what angle will the cast be set and how will it impact recovery and care?
4. Will the cast cover both legs fully? Only her right leg is affected.
5. How often will the cast be changed? After changing, will it cover both legs fully again?
6. We want to order the Gore-Tex cover, how do we go about that?
7. What are her pain management options?
8. Will she have IV during/after surgery?
9. On the day of the surgery - will she have to check in the night before?
10. After the surgery, will she have to stay there overnight? Or will she be discharged by evening?
11. Will her room at the hospital have beds for parents to stay overnight with her?
12. If she will be discharged the next day, at what time will she be discharged the next day? Will the hospital provide a checklist for checkout?
13. Will the hospital provide a Spica cast compatible car seat?
14. Will the hospital nurses provide guidance on Spica cast care?
15. Will you be able to provide a List of local support groups for Spica cast/hip dysplasia in toddlers?
16. What preparations should we make at home for post surgery care?
17. If the incision is covered by the spica cast, how will we know whether it is healing properly?
18. What happens if the Spica cast gets damaged before the change appointment?
19. What preparations do we need prior to surgery (besides all clear from pediatrician the week before)? Is there a checklist?
20. How long will she be in the Spica cast?
21. What happens after the Spica cast is removed? Will she need Braces? Something else, etc
22. Will she need physical therapy after the cast comes off? How soon should we expect her to be able to start walking again?
23. Any diet restrictions after surgery? For how long?
24. What if pain medication not enough? How do we get a refill?
25. Can she sleep between us on a king bed after surgery?
26. How long after the cast comes off can she go back to daycare?
27. What instructions if any should we give to the daycare providers?
28. What will be the schedule of follow-ups after surgery?
29. Please share the Neurologist's report with us.
30. If possible, can you share contact details of parents of other hip dysplasia patients operated by the doctor.
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