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Changes to Cheltenham A&E during BMA Industrial Action 17 - 22 December
You have been advised to have a therapeutic gastroscopy which provides treatment carried out via an endoscope. A gastroscopy may also be referred to as an endoscopy or OGD (meaning an oesophageal-gastro-duodenoscopy).
This information is for people who need screening for MRSA before they go into hospital for an operation or any other treatment. Please read the instructions before carrying out the procedure. If you have difficulty taking the swabs yourself, ask someone to help you.
This page provides advice for when you go home after having gynaecological surgery
Based in the elegant city of Bath, this popular half marathon is perfect for runners of all abilities and we are very excited to have charity places available!
The information on this page is a general guide to help you to have the best recovery following your hip fracture. If you have any questions after reading this page, please ask a member of staff involved in your care. A hip fracture is a break at the top of the leg bone, near where your leg and body meet. Your consultant or a member of the team will have discussed with you whether you have had a total or half hip replacement, or screws to fix your fractured hip.
This page gives you information about performing Intermittent Self-Dilatation (ISD).
This page gives you information about having a laparoscopic removal of fallopian tube(s) and ovary(ies):
This page gives you information about your planned exercise stress echocardiogram.
This page gives you the information you need to help you care for your AV Fistula or AV Graft after you have been discharged from hospital.
This page provides information for patients who have been diagnosed with the condition cystinuria and advice on how to try to reduce the risks of developing future stones.
This page is for those with parental responsibility for children who need X-ray’s and scans when there are concerns raised for a child’s welfare.
You have been told that you are colonised with, or have an infection with a multi-drug resistant organism. The information on this page answers some of the commonly asked questions about this condition.
This page gives you information about a fracture of the upper jaw and answers many of the commonly asked questions. If you have any further questions, please ask a member of the medical or nursing staff or contact us on the phone number at the end of this page.
Explore London's iconic landmarks in this unique, closed road half marathon from Pall Mall to Downing Street. The landmarks that you will pass include Big Ben, St Pauls Cathedral, The Shard, The Tower of London and The London Eye. This will truly be a memorable experience.
This page gives you information about endometriosis, its symptoms and laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery.
This page gives you information about having an epidural blood patch. It also explains why you need the procedure and how to contact us about your progress.
We're working in partnership with Gloucestershire Libraries to promote free digital library services, including thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers that can be enjoyed via your smart phone, tablet, or laptop.
This leaflet will explain why you are being offered the Hepatitis B vaccine. Patients with chronic kidney disease are at an increased risk of Hepatitis B virus infections due to the increased exposure to blood and blood products. All donated blood is tested for Hepatitis B. However, the Department of Health recommends that all patients with kidney failure are vaccinated against the virus.
This page gives you information about the procedure known as a right hemicolectomy and extended right hemicolectomy which are performed to remove a diseased area in your bowel. It explains what the procedures involve and also some of the common complications associated with them.
This page gives you information and advice about how to manage the effects of fatigue after a brain injury.