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Patient Education Resources

24 Patient Education Resources

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WV85-0284

This guide will help you learn how to care for yourself safely before and after day surgery for a tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy. Topics include getting ready for surgery, what will happen on the day of surgery, what will happen right after surgery, and care at home. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Total Laryngectomy

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WV85-0439

This pamphlet explains what to expect before, the morning of, and right after your surgery. Other topics include what to expect at home, protecting yourself from the flu, stoma and laryngectomy tube care, supplies, humidity, speech rehabilitation, nutrition, follow-up, and symptoms that require medical attention. This pamphlet is also available in French.

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