What is LSD?

[nat.k32]

Hi people!! I'm new here and don't know what LSD is. I'm assuming it's not the illegal drug you are talking about. I have my pre-op assessment tomorrow so am going to ask about the milk diet. I think I'll be able to do that one better than the one I've been told to do (green leafy).
Thanks in advance.

 

[Hannah2]

Hi @nat.k32 the LRD or LSD is the liver reducing or shrinking diet - it has to be done before surgery to shrink the liver and change its consistency so it is easier for the surgeon to move out of the way and less likely to tear.

Usually it consists of milk and or yogurts (fat free) and is low fat, very low carb. Sometimes it can be low calorie & low carb and others do a mixture of milk and one meal.

It is hard but it helps prepare you for life after the op as well.

 

[nat.k32]

Hi! Thanks for the reply! I do know what it is, I just didn't know what the acronym was.

Thanks again.