How to care after osteosarcoma surgery

Osteosarcoma is a common malignant tumor disease in clinical practice. According to clinical statistics in recent years, the incidence of osteosarcoma has shown an increasing trend. Once people suffer from the disease, it will seriously threaten their health. People are paying more attention to osteosarcoma, but there are still many young people suffering from osteosarcoma, and this malignant tumor is not only prevalent in the elderly. So how should we care for osteosarcoma after surgery?

How to care after osteosarcoma surgery

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After the operation, the patient should try to raise the affected limb as high as possible and use cotton pads, air rings or water pads to pad the bony protrusions. Every two to three hours, the patient should be assisted to lift the buttocks and massage the compressed skin to ensure that the patient's skin is intact.

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If the patient experiences pain in the affected area, some painkillers can be used appropriately to ensure that the patient gets enough sleep. Energy can also be replenished intravenously according to the patient's condition. Fresh whole blood or plasma can be transfused in small amounts multiple times to ensure the patient's intake of nutrients and enhance the patient's physical fitness.

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If the patient undergoes amputation surgery, psychological care should also be provided, timely communication with the patient, understanding of the patient's psychological reactions and needs, giving the patient effective psychological comfort and support, so that he or she dares to face reality, eliminate tension and anxiety, and actively cooperate with treatment and care.

Precautions

It is recommended that patients should go to a regular medical institution for treatment as soon as possible if they experience persistent discomfort, so as not to miss the best time for treatment. In addition, patients should eat a light diet.