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Spleen Surgery (Splenectomy) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Description of surgery to remove spleen and post operative information, recovery at home.You are having surgery (an operation) to remove your spleen. The spleen sits under your ribs on the upper left side of your abdomen. This organ filters blood, removing old or damaged red blood cells. It also helps fight infection. Replaces catalogue #265485 For more information about living without a spleen, see "How to Stay Healthy Without a Spleen" (#266397) (English) Colour

How to Take Opioid Pain Medicine After Surgery (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

There are many ways you can help ease your pain. You have been prescribed an opioid medicine. This factsheet explains how to ease your pain after surgery, how to take opioids safely, and what side effects to watch for. We also give you added safety tips for opioid medicines. (English) Colour

Total Hip Replacement - Front and Side Approach (Anterior/Lateral) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This handout provides an overview of your total hip replacement surgery and includes information on caring for yourself at home. (English) Colour

Total Hip Replacement - Front and Side Approach (Anterior/Lateral) (Eagle Ridge Hospital, Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This handout provides an overview of your total hip replacement surgery and includes information on caring for yourself at home. (English) Colour

Hand Surgery (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This handout provides an overview of your hand surgery and includes information on caring for yourself at home. Replaces #265923 (English) Colour

Surgery Directions and Journey Board (Royal Columbian Hospital) [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

This factsheet explains where to register at RCH on the day of your surgery and what to expect when you register. It also explains how to understand the Surgical Journey Board so your family and friends know where to find you during your surgical journey. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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English (267235), Chinese - Simplified (267237), Chinese - Traditional (267238), Punjabi (267236)

Surgery Directions and Journey Board (Royal Columbian Hospital) [Chinese - Traditional] Permalink Public

This factsheet explains where to register at RCH on the day of your surgery and what to expect when you register. It also explains how to understand the Surgical Journey Board so your family and friends know where to find you during your surgical journey. (Chinese - Traditional) Colour

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English (267235), Chinese - Simplified (267237), Chinese - Traditional (267238), Punjabi (267236)

Shoulder Replacement Surgery (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This handout provides an overview of your shoulder replacement surgery and includes information on caring for yourself at home. Replaces #265931 (English) Colour

Shoulder Repair (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This handout provides an overview of your shoulder repair surgery and includes information on caring for yourself at home. ‘Replaces #265929 (English) Colour

Chlorhexidine Skin Cleaning before Surgery [Chinese - Traditional] Permalink Public

When you clean your skin before surgery, you help reduce the chances of getting an infection. This sheet provides information on steps for cleaning your skin. (Chinese - Traditional) Colour

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English (265289), Chinese - Simplified (265804), Chinese - Traditional (265805), Punjabi (265806)