Preparing for hospitalization in the ophthalmology department requires careful planning. Here are a few tips:

1. Gathering documents
   • Medical documents: Prepare all necessary documents, such as a referral from your doctor, results of previous examinations, medical records and other important medical documents.
   • Personal documents: Bring your passport, identification code and health insurance policy (if available).
2. Arranging tests
   • General Tests:
     • Complete blood count (valid for 7 days)
     • Blood sugar test (valid for 7 days)
     • Coagulogram (valid for 7 days)
     • Urinalysis (valid for 7 days)
     • RW (valid for 3 months)
     • Fluorography (valid for 12 months)
     • Electrocardiogram (valid for 1 month)
     • Therapist consultation (valid for 7 days)
   • Special Tests: Depending on your condition, additional tests or examinations may be required.

For hospitalization in the pediatric ophthalmology department, you need to have:

• Tests:
  1. Complete blood count (valid for 7 days)
  2. Blood sugar test (valid for 7 days)
  3. Blood test for platelet count and coagulation (valid for 7 days)
  4. Urinalysis (valid for 7 days)
  5. Stool test for helminth eggs and skin test for enterobiasis (for the child and accompanying person) (valid for 7 days)
  6. RW (for the child and accompanying person) (valid for 3 months)
• Epidemiological certificate: Valid for no more than 3 days at the time of admission, issued by a pediatrician, family doctor, or sanitary station at the place of residence.
• Specialist’s conclusion: If under dispensary observation.
• Information on past diseases: Including infectious diseases.
• Vaccination records.

In case of planned surgery, additionally have:

1. ECG
2. Biochemical blood test
3. Coagulogram

3. Psychological preparation
   • Information about Procedures: If possible, learn more about the procedure you will undergo and the recovery process afterward.
   • Psychological Support: Support from loved ones or consultation with a psychologist can help reduce anxiety levels.
4. Preparing your things
   • Personal items: Bring personal hygiene items, a change of clothes, glasses or contact lenses if you use them.
   • Mobile devices and chargers: Don’t forget your phone and charger, as well as possible headphones for listening to music or podcasts.
   • Medications: If you take any medications, be sure to bring them with you, but inform your doctor before taking them.
5. Diet and routine
   • Nutrition: Ask your doctor if you need to follow a special diet before hospitalization.
   • Sleep: Get a good night’s sleep before hospitalization to reduce stress levels.
6. Transportation
   • Plan in advance how you will get to the hospital and return home after discharge.

By preparing in advance, you can reduce stress and ensure a comfortable hospitalization experience.