Patient Education Resources

Having a Spinal Anesthetic Before Your Surgery - HI, VG, DGH, HCH

This pamphlet explains what a spinal anesthetic is, the benefits and risks, and what to expect.

Having a Ureteral Stent: After Urological or Endoscopic Surgery

This pamphlet explains what to expect if you are going home with a ureteral stent inserted. It explains how long you will have the stent, how it is put in, care instructions, removal, possible side effects, and common problems you may have.

Having an Epidural After Surgery

An epidural is a way to give you pain medication after surgery. This pamphlet explains why you may need an epidural, if you will still have pain with an epidural, and possible side effects. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Having an X-ray

X-rays are the most common type of diagnostic imaging test. They can be used to identify a fractured bone, a chest infection, something blocking the bowel, and more. Topics include: who will do the X-ray, how long it will take, what happens during, and what to do if you are pregnant.

HDR Brachytherapy for Esophagus Cancer

This pamphlet outlines how HDR brachytherapy is used for esophagus cancer including what will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment.

HDR Brachytherapy for Gynecological (female) Cancers - Standard Inpatient Procedure

This pamphlet is for inpatients (patients admitted to hospital). This pamphlet outlines how HDR brachytherapy is used for gynecological cancers including what will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment.

HDR Brachytherapy for Gynecological Cancers

This pamphlet explains what to expect after HDR (high-dose-rate) brachytherapy treatment for gynecological cancer. Topics include how to care for yourself, possible side effects, and when you should go to the Emergency room.

HDR Brachytherapy for Gynecological Cancers (Standard Outpatient Procedure)

This pamphlet answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers including what will happen the day of treatment, how the treatment is done, and what happens after treatment. This pamphlet is for outpatients (patients not admitted to hospital).

HDR Brachytherapy for Gynecological Cancers (Vault Procedure)

This pamphlet answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy (vault procedure) given for gynecological cancers. It explains what it is, what will happen on the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after.

Head & Neck Oncology Case Manager - Helping Patients Through the Cancer Journey

This pamphlet explains the role of the head and neck oncology case manager in your care.