The Urologic Oncology Center Expert Team Takes Preoperative Patient Education to the Next Level

Patients should only drink clear fluids for a 24-hour period prior to their scheduled surgery day. The following list provides acceptable clear fluid options:

  • Water
  • Clear broths such as chicken or beef, bouillon, or fat free consommé
  • Clear fruit juices without pulp such as apple, grape and cranberry juice. Avoid orange and tomato juice.
  • Tea or coffee (sweetener may be added, but not cream or milk)
  • JELL-O, popsicles and hard candy