Peri-operative
HRT and surgery: what to know
VTE risk with oral estrogen suggests pausing before major surgery. Transdermal considered lower risk.
Key points
- Transdermal usually OK
- Oral: discuss pause
- Restart post-op with mobility
Frequently asked questions
Do I stop patches?
Usually no for most procedures.
Oral estrogen?
Discuss stopping 2–4 weeks pre-op.
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