In post-operative period, patients are treated with intravenous antibiotics, haemosorbtion, vitaminotherapy.

Postanesthetic shivering is a frequent occurrence in the post-operative period.

It is reported by some patients in both the immediate and the late post-operative period.

Recovering fistula patients in the post-operative period need support to fully reintegrate into society.

During this time patients will also require information about the peri- and post-operative periods.

In the initial post-operative period patients may be drowsy from the effects of anaesthesia or analgesia.

The patient's normal temperature range is established following admission and checked regularly in the early post-operative period.

Urinary retention in the immediate post-operative period appears to be the most common complication.

Straight leg raising and other isometric exercises are encouraged during the post-operative or immobilization period.

This can help prevent infection during the immediate post-operative period.