Biliopancreatic Diversion Surgery with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS)
You may have either a Biliopancreatic Diversion (BPD) or a Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS). With these 2 procedures, a portion of the stomach is removed.
You may have either a Biliopancreatic Diversion (BPD) or a Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS). With these 2 procedures, a portion of the stomach is removed.
Your healthcare provider has prescribed oxygen. This can help make breathing easier. Here are some tips for safely using oxygen at home.
To use your walker, you need to learn new ways to get around outside your home. Remember to step up with your good (uninjured or stronger) leg and down with your bad (injured or weaker) leg.
To use your walker, you need to learn new ways to get around. Use these directions to help you get through doorways with your walker. Stay away from revolving doors. Look for regular doors or disabled entrances instead.
To use your walker, you need to learn new ways to get around. A walker can help you when you sit down and stand up.
To use your walker, you need to learn a new way to walk (gait). Read on for helpful tips and illustrations.
A peak flow meter measures how fast you can push air out of your lungs. Your peak flow reading may be an early sign that your asthma is getting out of control. Read on to learn the steps for using a peak flow meter.
Your healthcare provider prescribed a cold water therapy device. This device helps reduce pain and swelling and aids recovery. Here's what you need to know about home care.
Using a cane can help you with balance as you regain strength and mobility after surgery, illness, or injury. Many different kinds of canes are available. Read on to learn more.
Your child will be going home with an Unna boot in place. An Unna boot is a dressing and wrap combination that's applied from the foot to the knee. Here's what you need to know about home care.