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This handout is a chapter in the Lung Transplant Recipient Handbook. It explains how the immune system works, and why it must be suppressed after lung transplant surgery.

This handout explains the immunonutrition drinks you will drink before your surgery. It includes where to purchase them, and two recipes. 

This handout tells you what to expect after having breast implant surgery. Breast implants can be used for reconstruction. This may be post-mastectomy, for congenital chest deformity, or for gender affirming care.  

This handout explains what to expect, how to prepare, and how to plan for your recovery after implant removal and/or flat closure. 

This handout describes how to prepare for and what to expect when you have in vitro fertilization (IVF). It explains the treatment process, including risks, benefits, and alternatives. This information must be read and understood before signing consent forms to have the treatment.

This handout is for patients at the Center for Reconstructive Surgery at University of Washington Medical Center. It explains how to care for your incision after surgery.

This brochure describes the Infant Development Follow-up Clinic and how the clinic can help children who are at risk for developmental problems. The clinic is part of the Institute on Human Development and Disability at the University of Washington.

It is important to prevent infection in patients, especially patients with weakened immune systems. This handout explains important food guidelines to follow that will help prevent infection. 

This handout explains a procedure called inferior petrosal sinus sampling (IPSS).

This handout explains what an inferior vena cava filter is and what to expect when you have one placed or removed. It includes instructions to follow before and after the procedure.

This handout describes 2 muscle disorders, spasticity and dystonia. It explains how botulinum toxin and neurolytic block injections are used to treat the symptoms.

This handout for patients taking warfarin explains "bridging." This term refers to giving you a different blood-thinning medicine in the hospital when your warfarin therapy must be stopped.

The chance of complications (problems) related to Bravo Ph Capsule Study is very low. However, it is important to know what to watch for and how to get help if needed.