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… tube exchange Your doctor has requested that you have a nephrostomy tube exchange. We hope the following … every few months. This is because the urine often contains a gritty sediment which can block the tube. This will slow … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Nephrostomy …
… of your bowel has not been sufficient to produce a diagnostic result from your examination, a further 24 hours of additional bowel preparation is … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Imaging …
… and returning to normal activities. You will be given a choice of special nourishing supplement drinks called ‘fortijuce’ and ‘fortisip’, in a variety of flavours. These are nutritional supplements … for 4-5 days, it is important that you remember to bring a few things in with you, or get a family member to bring …
… 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 …
… DXA scan for osteoporosis What is a DXA scan? A DXA (Dual energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is used to … bones in order to see if you have osteoporosis. It uses a very low dose of radiation - less than you would get if you …
… radiologist thinks they would benefit from treating a narrowing in their blood vessel with special balloon or stent coated with a drug called paclitaxel. We hope to following information … about this procedure. What is paclitaxel? Paclitaxel is a drug used to prevent the smooth muscle cells in your blood …
… Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy This page has been written as a guide for anyone thinking about having a sentinel lymph node biopsy for melanoma. Your healthcare … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. It's okay to …
… has information for patients who have been referred for a nephrostomy or ureteric stent. Who has made the decision … water. You will arrive at Gate 19 and be accompanied into our day case area. Please inform us if you have any … water. You will arrive at Gate 19 and be accompanied into our day case area. Please inform us if you have any …
… the questions you may have about this procedure. What is a venous vascular malformation? Venous vascular malformations … the Imaging Department (Gate 19) and be accompanied into our day case area. You may take your normal medication unless … appropriate painkillers. You will be required to stay in our day case area for 4 hours. You will be able to eat and …
… Nerve root blocks Your doctor has requested that you have a nerve root block to help diagnose the cause of your pain. … the nerve root. Afterwards you will be asked to sit in our waiting room for 20-30 minutes so that we can ensure you … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Nerve root …