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… Head-up tilt test This page explains what a head-up tilt test is, and aims to tell you what to expect … this test we will not be able to pass important diagnostic information to the doctors. This may affect the medical … next appointment. Further information and references STARS Patient Resources - STARS - UK (heartrhythmalliance.org) …
… Chest drain What is a chest drain? A chest drain is a narrow tube that is … Death: less than 1 in 1000 risk. References and further information If you require further information, please speak … doctors and nurses. Hooper et al., Pleural procedures and patient safety: a national BTS audit of practice. Thorax …
… work for most people in your situation who have had a similar injury. It will help your recovery if you follow … make a tight fist and open your hand fully throughout the day. Remove your sling and gently extend your arm. Now bend … after you in hospital, or your own doctor at the GP surgery. The fracture risk assessment can help to guide …
… are seen in the Emergency Department (often referred to as A&E or ED). This is an average of around 300 people every … you to consider whether you need urgent and emergency care services before you attend. If you do need to come to hospital, we will do our best to see you as quickly as possible, but please be …
… Lung function tests (Breathing tests) What is a lung function test? A “lung function test” is a procedure performed to give us accurate information about your breathing and how your lungs work. …
… tube exchange Your doctor has requested that you have a nephrostomy tube exchange. We hope the following information will answer some of the questions you may have … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Nephrostomy …
… Kidney Transplant and Food This FAQs will give you information about foods to choose after a kidney transplant. You will speak to a dietitian after … every meal or snack. Try to get the balance right over a day. What if I have diabetes? Managing your blood glucose …
… Hypoxic challenge test Important information Please continue to take all medications as … the results of this test. It is very dangerous to go on a flight if you have been advised against this or to travel … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Hypoxic …
… bowel endoscopy, and complex portal hypertension We have a team of nurse specialists in IBD and hepatology, alcohol … specialists, pharmacists, and dietitians, to support our work. We also have a day unit for treatments like administration of biologic …
… DXA scan for osteoporosis What is a DXA scan? A DXA (Dual energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is used to … that bones are more likely to break or fracture. Further information is available from the National Osteoporosis …