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This handout explains neutropenia, which is a decrease in the number of white blood cells (neutrophils). These neutrophils are the body’s main defense against bacterial and fungal infections. Neutropenia is common after receiving chemotherapy or radiation.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for exercises that can be done while in bed to help strengthen the lower body and improve blood flow. Drawings of a person doing the exercises are included.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for exercises that can be done while sitting to help strengthen the lower body. Drawings of a person doing the exercises are included.

This handout gives instructions for 7 exercises that can be done while standing to help strengthen the lower body. Illustrations are included.

This 14-page handout explains lower extremity arterial disease and its treatments. Included is information about arterial circulation, how the disease affects arteries in the legs, risk factors for developing arterial problems, diagnostic tests; control, prevention and treatment options; surgery, and self-care after discharge from the hospital.

This handout is a section of the "Congenital Heart Conditions" notebook. It explains endocarditis -- what it is, how it occurs, its symptoms, and ways to prevent it.

This handout explains a lumbar puncture, also called a spinal tap. It includes how to prepare, what to expect during and after the exam, and how to get the test results.

This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect when admitted to University of Washington Medical Center for a lumpectomy. This surgery may or may not include removing the sentinel node. The CareMap tells how to prepare for the surgery, what happens during the hospital stay, and basic instructions to follow at home after discharge.

This handout explains how the lung works, and what happens during lung surgery. It includes drawings of thoractomy, sternotomy, and transverse sternotomy incisions. It tells how to prepare for the surgery and the 5 types of lung surgeries: biopsy, wedge resection, lobectomy, pneumonectomy, and lung volume reduction. The handout also includes instructions for pain control, breathing exercises, activities, medicines, and incision care after surgery.

This handout, called a CareMap, shows the acute care plan that is expected after having lung transplant surgery. The CareMap covers what patients can expect in stages "Chest Tubes to Suction," "Chest Tubes to Water Seal/Removal," and "Discharge Day."

This document contains all chapters of the "Lung Transplant Recipient Handbook." Individual chapters, available separately on Health Online, are: Lung Transplant Recipient Handbook, Immune System, Health Basics, Social Work Services, Follow-up Visits and Tests, and Warning Signs.

This handout explains what is involved in having a lung transplant with the UW Medicine Lung Transplant Program in Seattle, Washington. It describes steps in the process from referral through long-term follow-up. Current selection criteria are included, as well as recent survival results for lung transplant patients at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC).

Please note that translated versions of this document contain only the handouts "Lung Transplant: What to expect" and "Selection Criteria."

This handout explains a lung V/Q (ventilation and quantification) exam, a nuclear medicine test that shows the flow of air and blood to the lungs. It includes how to prepare for the exam, how the exam works, what the patient may feel during the exam, and how to get the results.

Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) is done to remove parts of the lung that have been damaged by emphysema. This handout describes the process of being considered for LVRS at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC)

This handout gives instructions for patients who are having a lymph node dissection. During this surgery, the doctor removes lymph nodes from the armpit (axilla) or groin area to diagnose the extent of cancer. The handout explains how to prepare for the surgery and gives instructions for self-care afterward, including incision care, drains, pain control, regular medicines, and exercises.

This handout  explains what to expect, how to prepare, and how to plan for your recovery after a LYMPHA procedure. During a LYMPHA procedure, the surgeon sews the lymphatic channels into a vein. This allows lymph fluid to bypass the area, which can lower the risk of lymphedema.

This handout explains how to prepare for a lymphangiogram of the extremities, a nuclear medicine scan that is done to diagnose problems in the lymph system. Included are how the scan is done, what the patient may feel during the scan, and how to get the results.

This handout explains how a lymphoscintigraphy scan for breast cancer works, how it is done, what to expect during the scan, and how to get the results.