Long-standing Type 2 Diabetes in Surgery — 55yo Woman | General Surgery | SMLE Q#768
SMLE Question #768
Surgery
General Surgery
Last updated: February 2026
A 55-year-old woman with long-standing type 2 diabetes mellitus is planned for elective cholecystectomy for recurrent biliary colic due to gallstones. Six weeks ago, she was hospitalized with an acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction managed without revascularization. Since discharge, she has had no chest pain or dyspnoea and can do light household activities but not strenuous exercise. The surgery is non-urgent. What is the most appropriate course of action at this time?
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