Patient Education Resources

After Ear Surgery - QE II

This pamphlet explains what to expect after ear surgery. Topics include medication, care at home, and follow-up. Symptoms that need medical care are listed.

After Ear Surgery: Valley Regional Hospital

This pamphlet explains what to expect after ear surgery and how to care for yourself at home.

After Throat Surgery - Valley Regional Hospital

This pamphlet will help you with your care at home after throat surgery. Topics include pain, activity, eating and drinking, mouth and throat care, and post-surgery directions for a direct laryngoscopy.

After Your Child's Tonsillectomy or Adenoidectomy Surgery

This guide will help you learn how to care for your child safely after a tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy.

Amygdalectomie et adénoïdectomie

Ce guide vous apprendra comment prendre soin de vous en toute sécurité avant et après une amygdalectomie (aussi appelée tonsillectomie) ou une adénoïdectomie, des chirurgies d’un jour. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Endoscopic Repair of a Blocked Tear Duct

This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after surgery to repair a blocked tear duct. It includes information about pain, cold compresses, dressings, after care, and follow-up.

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

This pamphlet explains what endoscopic sinus surgery is, how to get ready for surgery, what will happen after the surgery, and care at home. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.

Head and Neck Surgery with Microvascular Flap Reconstruction

This surgery is done to remove tumours or growths in your mouth and nearby areas. This pamphlet includes what to expect before surgery, how the surgery is done, after surgery, possible complications, what to expect when going home, activity tips, and a list of symptoms to be aware of.

Intervention pour débloquer les canaux lacrymaux

La brochure fournit une brève description de la préparation pour l’opération, du déroulement de l’intervention et des soins qui suivent. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Laryngectomie totale

La laryngectomie totale consiste à enlever le larynx en entier (ablation). Votre larynx est enlevé parce qu'il est atteint d'une maladie (comme le cancer). Le présent document explique ce à quoi vous attendre avant l’opération, le matin de l'opération et juste après. This pamphlet is also available in English.