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A trapeziectomy is an operation that can help relieve pain from arthritis at the base of the thumb
This page gives you information about pressure damage and moisture associated skin damage, how it develops and what can be done to prevent it.
This page gives you information about Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and its treatment.
We are incredibly proud of all our competitors and their supporters attending our first entry to the British Transplant Games. Some of the team share their stories below.
You have been advised to have an Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ( It is important that you read this information before your appointment so that you understand this procedure and the preparation involved.
We want to say thank you to all our Allied Health Professionals for their dedication to delivering outstanding patient care.
Due to anticipated high winds, the crane lift originally planned for Tuesday has been rescheduled to Thursday 11 December.
This page gives you information about third and fourth degree tears following childbirth. In the United Kingdom it is estimated that over 90 in 100 women who have a vaginal delivery will experience some degree of perineal damage. The perineum is the area between the vagina and anus. Perineal tears are graded in severity from a first degree tear (a very minor tear) to a fourth degree tear (a major tear). The majority of women with a first or second degree tear can have it repaired by a midwife or doctor in most birth settings. Tears that are more complex need to be repaired by an experienced doctor on the Delivery Suite at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital.
The number of cases of Measles in young people has risen, and measles outbreaks have been reported in adjoining counties. Measles is an infection that spreads very easily and can cause serious problems in some people.
Providing timely and appropriate care in the most suitable setting is essential for stroke patients’ long-term recovery.
This page explains what psychological support is available for kidney patients. If you have any questions, please speak to a member of the renal team or contact the psychology team on the phone number at the end of this page.
The latest COVID-19 vaccine booster study is to launch in Gloucestershire this month
The Frailty Assessment Unit specialises in the care of older people living with frailty. It is located on the ground floor of Gallery Wing at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital.
Clotted blood. (No patient preparation or special handling required)
This page provides you with advice about caring for your injured elbow. The most common type of bony injury to an elbow is known as a radial fracture. The radius is one of the long bones in your forearm. It is usually broken when you fall on an outstretched arm.
You have been given this page to answer some of the questions you may have as you are now on the waiting list for Laparoscopic Ovarian Diathermy (LOD).
Eight out of 10 apprentices at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust go on to find permanent work there, according to the latest figures.
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You have been asked to attend Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) at Cheltenham General Hospital or Gloucestershire Royal Hospital because it is suspected you may have a developing blockage in your lungs called a Pulmonary Embolism (PE). This page will give you information about what this means and how you will be looked after.
This page gives you information about the carbohydrate counting and Diabetes Education options for people with Type 1 Diabetes.