UW Health Manuals & User Guides

UWHealth Home Care After Adult Varicocelectomy Instructions

August 13, 2024

UWHealth Home Care After Adult Varicocelectomy Product Information Specifications: Product Name: Home Care After Adult Varicocelectomy Usage: Post-surgery care instructions for individuals who have undergone varicocele surgery Duration: Guidelines to…

UWHealth Ultrasound Core Needle Breast Biopsy Instructions

July 1, 2024

UWHealth Ultrasound Core Needle Breast Biopsy Specifications Product Name: Ultrasound Core Needle Breast Biopsy Procedure: Ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy for breast tissue samples Anesthesia: Local anesthesia (Lidocaine) Marker: Small titanium…

UWHealth 7820 Resuscitator Bag Instructions

May 5, 2024

Health Facts for you Manual Resuscitator Bag A manual resuscitator bag is used to provide air by hand, if your patient is not breathing. The bag can also be used…

UWHealth Leadless Pacemaker Instructions

April 20, 2024

UWHealth Leadless Pacemaker Leadless Pacemaker A pacemaker is a small device. It senses your heart rhythm and sends electrical signals (impulses) to your heart as needed. This helps maintain a…

UWHealth Shoulder Replacement at East Madison Hospital Instructions

March 26, 2024

UWHealth Shoulder Replacement at East Madison Hospital Specifications Product: Shoulder Replacement Surgery Hospital: East Madison Hospital Location: Madison, Wisconsin Product Usage Instructions Before Surgery Ensure a pre-op visit within 30…

UWHealth Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) After Care User Guide

January 24, 2024

UWHealth Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) After Care  An MVA is a procedure that uses suction to remove tissue from the uterus. After an MVA Some bleeding and cramping are common, but…

UWHealth Preparing For Your Living Kidney Donor Evaluation User Guide

January 16, 2024

UWHealth Preparing For Your Living Kidney Donor Evaluation Product Information Specifications Product: Living Kidney Donor Evaluation Manufacturer: UW Health Living Donor Program Duration of Evaluation Visit: 7-8 hours on average…

UWHealth GLP-1 Receptor Agonists User Guide

January 3, 2024

UWHealth GLP-1 Receptor Agonists  Health Facts For You GLP-1 (Glucagon-like Peptide-1) Receptor Agonists GLP-1 and GIP (gastric inhibitory peptide) are both hormones found in the gut that increase insulin secretion…

UWHealth 4603 Surgical Drain Instruction Manual

October 22, 2023

UWHealth 4603 Surgical Drain Care of Your Surgical Drain at Home Surgical drains are placed to help treat a collection of fluid or prevent fluid from building up in your…

Gastrostomy Tube (G-tube) for Decompression: Patient Guide

Patient Guide

Learn about gastrostomy tubes (g-tubes) for decompression, including what they are, why they are used, the procedure, care instructions, diet, potential problems, and common questions. Provided by UW Health.

Patient Instructions for Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) Test | UW Health

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Detailed patient instructions for the Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) test at UW Health, including what to expect during and after the procedure, clinic information, and contact details.

Leadless Pacemaker: Patient Guide to Procedure, Care, and Recovery | UW Health

Patient Information Guide

Comprehensive patient information about the leadless pacemaker procedure, including pre-operative instructions, surgical process, post-operative care, restrictions, and follow-up visits from UW Health.

Understanding and Using a Speaking Valve for Tracheostomies

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A comprehensive guide from UW Health explaining the function, benefits, usage, safety guidelines, and cleaning of speaking valves for individuals with tracheostomies. This document provides essential information for patients and…

Guide to Checking Blood Pressure at Home

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Learn how to accurately check your blood pressure at home with this comprehensive guide from UW Health. Understand readings, choose the right monitor, and know when to contact your provider.