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… Vertebroplasty Your doctor has requested that you have a vertebroplasty. We hope the following information will … the questions you may have about this procedure. What is a vertebroplasty? Vertebroplasty is used to relieve the pain … cancer and trauma. The procedure involves injecting a substance called “bone cement” into the vertebral body …
… bodies in children If your child has ingested (swallowed) a super strong magnet Super strong magnets can also be called … 7-14 times stronger than traditional magnets and can be a variety of shapes, most often balls or discs. Today, your child has been discharged after swallowing of a super strong magnet. Even though the magnet has not passed …
… sphincter that is relatively common in people who have had a vaginal delivery (it affects 1 in 5). What is the OASI … It will be at Southmead Hospital, Cotswold outpatients, on a Wednesday afternoon. It will usually be 12 weeks after … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Obstetric …
… Cerebral angiogram Your doctor has requested that you have a cerebral angiogram. We hope the following information will … the Imaging Department (Gate 19) and be accompanied into our day case area. Please bring a list of your regular … the Imaging Department (Gate 19) and be accompanied into our day case area. Please bring a list of your regular …
… is an MRI arthrogram? This is an imaging test done to get a more detailed picture of the inside of a joint - commonly the shoulder, knee, hip, or shoulder. A … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. MRI …
… where radiological examinations are carried out using a variety of equipment. Radiologists are the doctors who are … will go back to the clinic that referred you. What is a MRI scan? The MRI scanner is a circular tube which is open … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Your MRI Scan …
… severe pain that lasts for several hours may indicate a leakage of fluid from the areas where the bowel and stomach has been joined together. This is a serious complication, which fortunately happens rarely. … tablet to be chewed twice a day (morning and evening). A-Z Multivitamin and Mineral: You will need to buy chewable A-Z …
… sympathetic blocks Your doctor has requested that you have a nerve root block either to help diagnose the cause of your … the questions you may have about this procedure. What is a nerve root? Nerve roots exit the spinal cord and divide … may cause pain in the back, neck/arms and/or the legs. A nerve root block provides important information for your …
… patients are seen in Pre-Assessment clinic (NPAC) and have a chance to discuss information with a neurosurgical nurse … require blood transfusion. Wound infections: currently our infection rate is 1%. However infections can range from … appointment). Alternatively you can self refer to a social services occupational therapist or seek advice at local …
… Pleural aspiration (thoracocentesis) What is a pleural aspiration? A pleural aspiration (also known as a thoracocentesis, pronounced “tho-rac-oh-sen-tee-sis”) is a …