Description
This comprehensive OPA booklet provides an overview of oesophagectomy and gastrectomy surgery, illustrated with diagrams of digestive tract changes. It’s useful for patients, carers, and families, explaining post-operative treatment, gradual recovery, and lifestyle adjustments. The booklet offers advice on preparing for surgery, managing new eating and drinking patterns, and other aspects of daily life such as driving, eating out, sleeping, family relationships, and returning to work. It also includes healthy eating suggestions and complements the OPA booklets Oesophagogastric Cancer: The Patient’s Pathway and Swallowing & Nutrition – When It’s Difficult.
