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This handout explains a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, a surgery in which the gallbladder is removed using special instruments. It includes how to prepare, what to expect after the surgery, and when to call the doctor or nurse.

This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect during their hospital stay when admitted to University of Washington Medical Center for laparoscopic gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy surgery. It covers what to do before surgery day, what to expect while in the hospital, preparing for discharge, and self-care for 2 weeks after surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare for a laser stapedotomy. This surgery rebuilds the parts of the middle ear that conduct sound. A laser is used to create a small hole in the middle ear. The stapes (stirrup bone) is bypassed and replaced by a prosthesis (a man-made part).

This brochure explains the services provided at the Late and Moderate Preterm Babies Follow-up Clinic, also called the LAMBs Clinic, at the Center on Human Development and Disability in Seattle, WA.

This handout is for parents and families of late preterm (premature) babies to learn about their newborn and their care. This includes frequently asked questions and answers about late preterm babies.

This handout explains how nurses care for babies who are born late preterm. This document is a chapter in the workbook "Baby Care," authored by the Mother Baby Unit at University of Washington Medical Center.

This handout explains how latent tuberculosis (TB) is treated at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC). This is a 12-week program that involves weekly visits to the hospital, taking medicines, and following other specific dietary instructions.

This handout explains latissimus flap reconstruction. It includes how to prepare, what to expect, self-care, and when to call your doctor or nurse.

This handout is a parent's story about their preterm infant's time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at University of Washington Medical Center. Please be aware that these alumni stories may bring up deep emotions for you as you read them. Remember that each baby is unique, and each story only reflects that one family’s journey.

This brochure offers tips for living long and staying healthy, covering topics such as eating right, exercise, reducing stress, safety, avoiding harmful substances, and getting regular health checkups.

This handout gives basic information about extracorporeal life support (ECLS) at Harborview Medical Center.

This handout explains why it is hard for premature babies to learn to move. It explains some of the common challenges these babies face: aligning their head with their bodies (midline), arching backward instead of curling forward, stiffness, and limited variation in the type of movement.

This handout explains how to put together a leg bag, which is used to collect urine.

This handout is for patients who have had sepsis. It tells what to expect during recovery, how to take care of yourself, what the long-term effects might be, and when to call the doctor.

This handout for kidney/pancreas transplant patients provides a comprehensive overview of life after transplant and the long-term responsibilities for the transplant recipient. Issues covered include doctor visits, medications, rejection, biopsies, insurance coverage, and a myriad of lifestyle issues. A chart of common infections is included. TThis document is also a chapter in "Your Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Guide," which is available from Materials Management #171915.

This section of the Guide to Your Weight Loss Surgery describes self-care, coping with lifestyle changes, and specific diet instructions before and after surgery. Topics include Meeting Your Nutritional Needs, How to Avoid Problems with Eating, Dumping Syndrome, About Calories, Think Before You Drink, Dining Out, Mindful Eating, and more.

This handout is for patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). It gives information about how healthy eating, exercise, sleep, and stress management can help maximize long-term health for those with MS.

This handout describes the different types of equipment staff use to help lift or reposition a patient. It includes answers to common questions, such as: How does it work? Is it scary? Is it safe?

This handout explains a low-fiber diet for patients after surgery. It provides sample menus for 2 days, and includes a table of foods that are OK to eat and foods that should be avoided.

This handout explains what to expect if you are on a fluid restriction diet while you are in the hospital. This information is especially helpful for patients with heart conditions or heart failure.

This handout explains the LINX procedure, a treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It describes GERD symptoms and treatments, and explains how the LINX procedure can help. It also includes what to expect after the surgery and during follow-up care.

This handout explains liposuction and fat grafting when used in breast reconstruction. It includes what to expect and care after the procedure.

This handout explains liposuction when it is used to treat lipoedema or lymphedema, a swelling caused by problems with the lymphatic system. It includes how to prepare, what to expect, and when to call the clinic.

This handout explains how to use and store liraglutide (Victoza), a man-made hormone that helps the body release insulin when blood glucose is present. It includes side effects and other cautions.