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Opiate bioavailability and response are highly variable. Wide inter-patient variation exists.

This page gives you information about the options available to remove your PEG. Also included is care advice for you to follow after the procedure.

This page gives you information about having a CT (Computed Tomography) scan of the heart.

This page provides information for an adult to perform an accurate Mid-Stream Sample of Urine (MSSU). This can then be tested by the microbiology laboratory.

It is essential that your bowel is empty for this investigation. In order for your bowel to be empty please follow the instructions below.

Some women have an increased risk of developing breast cancer. A risk-reducing mastectomy may be considered in order to reduce the risk of breast cancer developing. Surgery involves the removal of healthy breast tissue from one or both breasts. The factors that may put a woman at higher risk of developing breast cancer include:

This page provides information for a person and their carer, family or friend who has suffered an injury to their throat. It is possible to have a serious injury without visible signs, meaning a medical assessment should be given.

Temporary changes to services at Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General Hospitals will help ensure better and safer care for patients as we move into the next phase of the pandemic, clinicians have said.

This page explains why we use eye drops for some visits to the Eye Clinic. This page also gives instructions on how to use them.

You are on the waiting list to have a diagnostic laparoscopy. This page gives you information about the laparoscopy and what to expect during and after the procedure.

An ultrasound scan is a test that uses high frequency sound waves to build a picture of your baby in the womb. Ultrasound scans are very safe and can be carried out at any stage of pregnancy.

This page gives you information about the procedure known as an anterior resection. It explains what the procedure involves and also some of the common complications related with it.

Your consultant will have explained to you that you have a cancer of the Upper Gastro-Intestinal tract (Upper GI) affecting either your stomach or oesophagus (gullet). Being told you have cancer is naturally a shock to you and your family. During this time, you may experience a wide range of emotions and find it difficult to remember all you are told. This information is provided as a guide to what may happen; however, your consultant will discuss your individual treatment plan with you. Included is information about investigations you may have, treatments or procedures that may be recommended and what to expect next. Contact information for individuals who may be involved in your care are also included at the end of this page.

This page gives you advice and information about Prostap® or Zoladex® treatment for non-cancerous gynaecological conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis and severe Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) or Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Please see below for explanations of these conditions.

It is essential that your bowel is empty for this investigation. In order for your bowel to be empty, please follow the instructions on this page.

This page gives you information about the reversal of Hartmann’s procedure. It explains what the procedure involves and some of the common problems that patients may experience with it.

Opiate bioavailability and response are highly variable. Wide inter-patient variation exists.

This page gives you information about syncope (sin-co-pee) and some ideas which may help you to manage the condition.

An ultrasound scan is a test that uses high frequency sound waves to build a picture of your baby in the womb. Ultrasound scans are very safe and can be carried out at any stage of pregnancy.

We collect, store and process information about prospective, current and former staff. This notice explains how we use your information, and your right to control how we use it.