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This handout for men explains what to expect and how to prepare for a urethral cystoscopy at the Men's Health Center at University of Washington Medical Center. This procedure is done to diagnose problems in the bladder and urethra.

This handout describes a UroLift procedure to treat an enlarged prostate. It also gives instructions to follow before and after the procedure.

This handout explains how to prepare and what to expect after having a vasectomy. It includes specific instructions for the day of the procedure, self-care afterward, and instructions for the follow-up visit for semen analysis.

This handout answers some of the questions patients may have about their radiation treatment at University of Washington Medical Center.

This handout explains a procedure called Rezum, which is used to treat an enlarged prostate gland. This condition is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Rezūm is a minimally invasive treatment. It uses steam to help relieve lower urinary tract symptoms linked with BPH.
 

This booklet explains what to expect when having surgery at UWMC. It includes pre-surgery clinic visit, medicine restrictions before surgery, anesthesia, what happens the day and morning before surgery, arriving at the hospital, what happens in the pre-operating area and recovery room, and home care instructions. Helpful phone numbers and maps are also included.

This handout describes what a hydrocele is and gives instructions to follow before and after hydrocele repair surgery.

This handout explains penile plication, which is surgery to correct a curved penis. Included are what happens during and after surgery, self-care at home, and possible side effects or complications.

This handout explains penile prosthetic surgery. This surgery is done to correct sexual dysfunction. Included are what to expect after surgery, cautions, possible side effects or complications, and other options to consider besides surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare for a simple orchiectomy, which is surgery to remove one or both testicles. It tells what to expect after surery and gives important self-care instructions.

This handout explains how to prepare and what to expect after having spermatocelectomy surgery. This is surgery to remove a spermatocele, which is a cyst that forms behind the testicles.

This handout explains how to prepare and what to expect after having testis prosthesis surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare for a transurethral resection of a bladder tumor. It tells what to expect after surery and gives important self-care instructions.

This handout describes a transurethral resection of the prostate. It also gives instructions to follow before and after the surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare and what to expect after having surgery to repair varicoceles. These dilated veins can cause infertility, pain, and testicular atrophy.

This handout explains how to prepare and what to expect after having surgery to reverse a vasectomy. This surgery is done to help couples reach their long-term family planning goals.

This handout explains how to do Kegel exercises to improve bladder control. It includes healthy habits to help with bladder control, and a weekly record for keeping track of when you do the exercises.

This chapter of the Heart Transplant Manual describes accelerated graft atherosclerosis in heart transplant patients.

The dosage charts in this handout give the recommended doses of acetaminophen and ibuprofen for children. These medicines are used to help lower fever and reduce pain. Dosages are based on body weight.

This in-depth handout describes achalasia, a rare disorder that keeps food and liquid from easily entering the stomach. It includes symptoms, different types of treatment, and detailed illustrations.

This handout explains what acoustic neuroma is. It also gives information about its causes, symptoms, and treatment, including surgery and radiation therapy.

This handout explains a health condition called acromegaly that occurs when the pituitary gland makes too much growth hormone. It describes tests that are used to diagnose the condition and gives basic instructions on how to prepare if your doctor advises surgery.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for active hand exercises. These exercises are provided by Occupational Therapy for patients to do at home.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for active wrist exercises. These exercises are provided by Occupational Therapy for patients to do at home.