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	After DIEP flap breast reconstruction: Self-care at home *Abstract:* This handout gives self-care instructions to follow at home after having DIEP flap breast reconstruction at University of Washington Medical Center. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2015 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Antibiotics after breast implant: A lifelong precaution *Abstract:* This handout for women who have had a breast implant explains why it is important to take antibiotics before having dental work or medical procedures. *Author:* Surgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2015 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Breast reconstruction surgery: Options after a mastectomy *Abstract:* This handout explains the most common procedures that are used at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) to reconstruct a breast after a mastectomy. Included are expected timelines, benefits and drawbacks, and illustrations showing the different types of surgery. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2012 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 5/2017
	Breast reduction or mastopexy: What to expect and how to prepare *Abstract:* This handout explains breast reduction (mastopexy) surgery at UW Medical Center in Seattle, WA. It includes how to prepare for the operation and what to expect afterward. It also gives precautions and self-care instructions about the incision, wound care, drains, showering, going home, activity level, healing process, pain management and return to work. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 1998 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 6/2017
	Breast wraps: After implant surgery *Abstract:* This handout explains why breast wraps are used after implant surgery. It includes a list of websites that offer breast wraps for sale. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2012 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Compression garments: After your surgery *Abstract:* This handout explain compression garments, which are worn after surgery to keep swelling down. It includes a list of types of garments commonly worn after different surgeries. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2016 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 8/2016
	Dangle protocol: After a skin graft to the leg *Abstract:* This handout is for patients who have had a skin graft to their leg and must keep their leg elevated after surgery. It includes a schedule to follow for "dangle protocol," which involves letting the leg hand down for short times. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2016 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 10/2016
	DIEP flap CareMap: How to prepare and what to expect *Abstract:* This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect when scheduled for DIEP flap surgery at University of Washington Medical Center. It covers how to get ready for the surgery, what to expect on the day of surgery and during the hospital stay, and self-care for 6 weeks after discharge. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2015 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 2/2017
	Implant exchange: For breast reconstruction *Abstract:* This handout tells what to expect when having implant exchange surgery. It includes how to prepare for surgery, and how to plant for your recovery. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2017 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Latissimus flap breast reconstruction: How to prepare, what to expect, and recovery at home *Abstract:* This handout explains latissimus flap breast reconstruction, including how to prepare, what to expect, care instructions for recovery, and when to call the doctor or nurse. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2003 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Liposuction and fat grafting for breast reconstruction: What to expect and how to prepare *Abstract:* This handout explains liposuction and fat grafting when used in breast reconstruction. It includes what to expect, how to prepare, and answers to common questions. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2000 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 3/2017
	Liposuction for lymphedema: What to expect and how to prepare *Abstract:* This handout explains liposuction when it is used to treat lymphedema, a swelling caused by problems with the lymphatic system. It includes how to prepare, what to expect, and when to call the clinic. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2017 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 3/2017
	Nipple reconstruction: What to expect and how to prepare *Abstract:* This handout explains how nipple reconstruction is done, how to prepare, and how to plan for recovery. Instructions are included both for a procedure done in clinic and for a procedure done in an operating room. A brief explanation of nipple tattooing is also included. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 1998 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Nipple tattooing: After breast reconstruction *Abstract:* This handout for women who have had breast reconstruction describes how to prepare for nipple tattooing and what to expect afterward. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2010 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 3/2017
	Pain control after reconstructive surgery: What to expect *Abstract:* This handout is for women who have had reconstructive surgery at University of Washington Medical Center. It explains what pain to expect after surgery, how it will be controlled, and when to call the clinic. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2015 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Panniculectomy: What to expect and how to prepare *Abstract:* This handout explains what to expect, how to prepare, and how to plan for recovery from abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) or panniculectomy surgery. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2002 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 6/2017
	Quitting smoking before your surgery: What you need to know *Abstract:* This handout about quitting smoking is for patients who are planning to have reconstructive surgery at University of Washington Medical Center. Surgery patients are required to avoid all tobacco or other nicotine products for at least 6 weeks before their surgery. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2015 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 8/2015
	Scars and healing: How to care for your incision *Abstract:* This handout explains incision scars and how to help them heal. It includes sections on scarring phases, sealing, showering, sun exposure, nutition, massage, hypertrophic scars and keloids, and using silicone gel or sheets to help scar tissue form. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2011 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Skin graft CareMap: How to prepare and what to expect after your surgery *Abstract:* This handout, called a CareMap, lists activities, care, and visits before and after surgery for soft tissue reconstruction at University of Washington Medical Center. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2016 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 9/2016
	Topical numbing medicine: EMLA or LMX-4 cream to lessen pain *Abstract:* This handout gives instructions for use of EMLA or EMLA cream, a topical numbing agent that is used before a procedure to help lessen pain. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2003 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Treating lymphedema with lymphaticovenular anastomosis: What to expect and how to prepare *Abstract:* This handout explains what to expect and how to prepare for lymphaticovenular anastomosis. In this operation, the lymphatic vessels are connected to the veins. It is done to reduce a type of tissue swelling called lymphedema, caused when lymph fluid does not drain normally. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2010 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017
	Treating lymphedema with surgery: What to expect *Abstract:* This handout explains how lymphedema is assessed and how it may be treated with surgery. It describes different surgeries that may be used: lymphaticovenular anastamosis (LVA), vascularized lymph node transfer (VLNT) and liposuction. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2017 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 2/2017
	Treating lymphedema with vascularized lymph node transfer: What to expect and how to prepare *Abstract:* This handout explains what to expect, how to prepare, and how to plan for recovery after vascularized lymph node transfer surgery (VLNT). This surgery replaces lymph nodes when they have been removed from an area of the body. *Author:* Reconstructive Surgery *Publisher/Date:* University of Washington Medical Center, 2015 *UWMC Dept:* Reconstructive Surgery *Revised Date:* 4/2017

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