Patient Education Resources

Peripheral Bypass Surgery

This pamphlet will help you learn what to expect after your peripheral bypass surgery. Topics include incision care, activity, staying healthy after surgery, and follow-up care. Warning signs and what to do is given.

Pilonidal Sinus Surgery

A pilonidal (“pie-low-NIE-dul”) sinus is when hairs grow under the skin between your buttocks (bum cheeks). You may need surgery if the area becomes infected. Topics include what will happen after surgery and symptoms that need medical help right away.

Pregnancy Testing Before Your Surgery

On the day of your surgery, you may be asked to give a urine (pee) sample for pregnancy testing. This pamphlet includes basic information about why you may need a pregnancy test.

Prehab: Eating Well Before Surgery

Prehab (prehabilitation) is what you do to get ready for surgery. This includes healthy eating. This pamphlet explains what healthy eating before surgery is and how it can help. Topics include protein, iron, and omega-3 fats.

Préparation en vue d’une opération de l’œil

Ce dépliant explique comment se préparer à une opération de l’œil. Sujets abordés : endroit où aller, annulation de votre opération et préparation à l’opération (quoi boire et manger, quels médicaments prendre et quoi faire si vous êtes diabétique). This pamphlet is also available in English.

Preprosthetic Jaw Surgery - VG Site

Preprosthetic jaw surgery is done to change the upper or lower jaw ridges. This is done so dentures can be worn more comfortably, or dental implants can be placed. This pamphlet explains what to expect before and after surgery.

Programme de gestion du sang périopératoire (GSP)

Un programme de gestion du sang périopératoire (GSP) peut être utile à des patients avant, pendant et après une intervention chirurgicale planifiée. Ce document décrit la composition du sang, ce qu’est l’anémie, les avantages des transfusions sanguines et le processus de consentement éclairé. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Ptosis (Droopy Eyelid) Surgery

Ptosis is the medical word for a droopy eyelid. This pamphlet explains what ptosis is, how it is treated, and what to expect before, during, and after surgery including caring for your dressing and dealing with discomfort. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Quality Care for Surgery Patients - Society for Vascular Surgery's Vascular Quality Initiative

The Society for Vascular Surgery's Vascular Quality Initiative was developed by surgeons to improve the quality, safety, and effectiveness of surgical care. The program makes hospitals aware of issues you may have during or after surgery. It also uses information from your 1-year follow-up visit to check for long-term complications.

Questions au sujet de votre intervention chirurgicale

Le présent guide contient quelques-unes des questions le plus souvent posées avant d’avoir une opération. This pamphlet is also available in English.