Patient Education Resources

Endometriosis

When tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside of the uterus, it is called endometriosis.

Endophthalmitis

Endophthalmitis is a type of severe (very bad) eye infection. It can lead to permanent vision loss in the infected eye. This pamphlet explains the possible treatments for endophthalmitis, and gives information about follow-up and pain.

Endoscopic Repair of a Blocked Tear Duct

This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after surgery to repair a blocked tear duct. It includes information about pain, cold compresses, dressings, after care, and follow-up.

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

This pamphlet explains what endoscopic sinus surgery is, how to get ready for surgery, what will happen after the surgery, and care at home. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.

Endoscopic Ultrasound

An endoscopic ultrasound is a test to look at your upper digestive tract, pancreas, gall bladder, bile ducts, mediastinum (structures in the middle of your chest), and possibly your rectum. This pamphlet covers how to get ready for the test, where to go for the test, how the test is done, and what happens after. This pamphlet is also available in French, Simplified Chinese, and Arabic.

Endoscopic Ultrasound [Arabic]

التنظير الداخلي بالموجات فوق الصوتية

Endoscopic Ultrasound [Simplified Chinese]

内窥镜超声波检查

Endoscopie par capsule - Site VG

L’endoscopie par capsule est un examen de l'intestin grêle. La brochure explique les risques, la préparation, le déroulement de l’examen et les soins qui suivent. This pamphlet is also available in English, Simplified Chinese, and Arabic.

Endovascular Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)

This pamphlet explains what an aneurysm is and how it is treated. It outlines the advantages, disadvantages, and possible complications of EVAR compared to open surgery. What will happen before, during, and after surgery is explained.

Entérobactéries productrices de carbapénémase (EPC)

Ce dépliant explique les modes de propagation des EPC, les raisons pour lesquelles les EPC sont préoccupantes, comment reconnaître la présence d’EPC dans le corps, et pendant combien de temps vous pouvez être porteur d’EPC. Il présente de plus les directives de prévention et de contrôle des infections pour les soins à l’hôpital et à domicile. This pamphlet is also available in English.