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After your surgery: For gynecology oncology patients - 09/2013

After your surgery: For gynecology oncology patients
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Abstract

This handout gives instructions for gynecology oncology patients to follow after their surgery, with specific notes for hysterectomy patients. Included are activity restrictions, symptoms that should be reported to the clinic, how to manage the combination of narcotic and non-narcotic pain medicines and their refills, and when to call for a follow-up visit.

Author
7SE (Gynecology Oncology, Heme Oncology, Radiation Oncology)
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2009
Revision Date
09/2013
General Subject
Cancer
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Pain Management
Activities of Daily Living
Self-care
Hysterectomy
Languages
Vietnamese
Russian
Korean
Japanese
Chinese
English
Spanish
Record ID
3566