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You have been referred this page because you, or someone you care about, is considering or waiting for pharyngectomy surgery. This page helps you to know what to expect before and after having a pharyngectomy.
This page gives you information about Diphencyprone (DCP) treatment for alopecia areata and answers some of the commonly asked questions.
This page is to inform you about your planned Direct Current (DC) electrical cardioversion. A cardioversion is an electrical treatment which aims to treat abnormal heart rhythms. It involves connecting you to a defibrillator machine and giving you a controlled electric shock. The procedure will involve you being admitted to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital as a day case. You will need to be collected from the hospital after the procedure and have someone at home with you overnight.
What to expect during your stay, ward facilities, visiting policy, and how to raise concerns while you’re a patient.
Radiotherapy uses high energy X-rays to treat a wide variety of cancers. This treatment may be given alone or as well as other treatments.
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 explains what High Flow Nasal Oxygen (HFNO) is and why it is part of your treatment. It may also answer some of the questions that you may have about HFNO. The information on this page is not meant to replace the consultation between you and your medical team but may help you to understand more about what is discussed. Please do not hesitate to speak to the doctor, nurse or physiotherapist if you have any further questions.
You have been referred to the Gynaecology Rapid Access Clinic for assessment and/or treatment. Our priority is to confirm or exclude a diagnosis of gynaecological cancer. You should be prepared to be available throughout the process and to attend any further tests or appointments, approximately a total of 6 weeks. Tests may include bloods tests, MRI, CT and pre-assessment appointments. This page provides information about the clinic and the investigations or treatments that may be offered during your visit.
You have chosen to have a Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) catheter as a form of dialysis to help to get rid of excess water and waste from your body as your kidneys are no longer working well.
We know that it's not always easy staying in hospital when most of the patients are young children. We have facilities especially for our teenage patients and do our best to meet your needs while you're with us.
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 explains how to administer your medication (enema) which is important for your procedure.
This includes Avening Ward, Nurse-Led Clinic, Oncology Outpatients and Worcester Suite at Cheltenham General Hospital.
The perineal clinic is a specialised clinic for women who require follow up for perineal or pelvic floor problems following childbirth.
The early pregnancy assessment clinic is an emergency service if you are between 7 and 15 weeks pregnant and experience pain or bleeding.
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 page answers some of the commonly asked questions about the anorectal manometry test.
The Surgical Admissions Suite cares for patients who are having elective (planned) surgery and who are expected to stay in hospital overnight or longer. The unit is located in the main corridor from the Tower entrance, and is situated above the Pharmacy department. There is a lift to the right hand side of the stairway.
Battledown outpatients runs outpatient clinics for Paediatrics (children's services). We also run a blood test service for 2 to 6 year olds.
Parents, loved ones and NHS staff affected by baby loss now have a calm and peaceful space to sit and reflect in nature at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital.