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Was wondering why I almost died after my surgery I had in the recovery

Women's Health | Last Active: Aug 27, 2024 | Replies (8)
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@colely

Please look up the term POCD. Post Operative Cognitive Dysfunction.

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Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Jun 22, 2024

Thank you @colely for mentioning POCD.

I learn something new every day. I had never heard of POCD , so did some reading.
This page does good job explaining:
https://sunnybrook.ca/research/content/?page=anesthesia-brain-health-education-pocd
@lollypop9 , if it is in fact POCD, it can resolve itself without any treatment. Most patients’ brain function return to baseline (before surgery) within a few months following hospital discharge.

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