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Patient Education Resources

1,445 Patient Education Resources

Ptosis (Droopy Eyelid) Surgery

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-1989

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.

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Program - Halifax Infirmary, QE II

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WG85-1103

Pulmonary hypertension causes high blood pressure (hypertension) in the blood vessels that connect your heart and lungs (pulmonary arteries). PAH is pulmonary hypertension that is caused by a progressive (gets worse over time) disease. This pamphlet explains what causes PAH, why you have been referred to the PAH Program, how the PAH Program will help you, and how PAH is treated.

Punctum Plugs

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-0094

Punctum plugs block the openings at the corner your eyes beside your nose, letting more moisture stay on your eyes to help with dry eyes. This pamphlet explains what will happen when a punctum plug is put in and after a plug is put in.

PUVA Phototherapy

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WR85-2425

PUVA phototherapy is a form of light therapy for your skin. This pamphlet explains what to expect if your dermatologist has ordered this treatment for you.

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

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WO85-2053

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.

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