Procedure
Lymph Node Dissection
A one-page care plan for patients having Lymph Node Dissection, covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this surgery removes lymph nodes to check or treat cancer spread
- I understand multiple nodes may be removed
- I follow instructions about medicines and fasting before surgery
- I tell my provider about medications or bleeding risks
- I arrange help at home during recovery
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
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Lymph Node Dissection is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.