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This page is a guide to carotid endarterectomy surgery and should help to answer some of the commonly asked questions.

This is a procedure designed to straighten the finger, and is something that people usually opt to do because of restriction in the function of the hand as a result of Dupuytren’s disease

Wound infection after surgery can happen but it is not common. This page gives you information about what can cause a wound infection after surgery and offers advice on how you can help to reduce the risk.

This page gives you information about having a Computed Tomography (CT) scan of the head or sinuses. It explains how the procedure is carried out and some of the possible risks.

This page gives you information about Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and its treatment.

This page provides information and advice for patients who have a corneal abrasion.

by Michelle Barry & Lyndsey Tomlinson

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The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the thumb is particularly important because it allows stable pinch grip. Loss of this ligament, therefore, potentially impairs pinch grip.

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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 gives you information about looking after your plaster cast. Taking good care of your cast will help with your recovery.

This page gives you information about what to expect before and after a port-a-cath is inserted. It also lists the benefits and possible risks of having the device inserted.

Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) is a multidisciplinary approach to help people recover more quickly after major surgery. It’s sometimes called rapid or accelerated recovery.

by Richard Sidebottom

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This page gives you information about extravasation and how to care for your skin should this happen.