Smoking before surgery

  • Delays wound healing
  • Increase your risk of developing chest complication during and after surgery

If you smoke, we advise that you stop smoking at least two weeks before your surgery and for at least six weeks after your surgery.

For support and advice on stopping smoking visit the CURE (smoking support) website  https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/our-services/community-services-ccicp/cure-smoking-support

Or you can Email: cure@mcht.nhs.uk or telephone: 01270 826482 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 4.30pm)