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In response to emerging concerns about the prolonged exposure to Entonox (Gas & Air) for staff working in our maternity services, we are changing the way that this will be used, effective immediately.
To learn more about phosphate visit Lab Tests Online or access the Phosphate monograph of the Association for Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Medicine
by Dr Astrid Stellingwerff
This page gives you information on care following banding of piles (haemorrhoids).
We are currently involved in over 100 clinical trials and other studies ranging from testing new surgical devices to trialling new drugs.
Chemical Pathology
Thousands of cancer patients in Gloucestershire and across the region will benefit from a new state-of-the-art cancer centre.
You have been referred this page as you have been told by your doctor that you have a condition called venous thromboembolism (or VTE for short). VTE is when a blood clot forms in a vein. This might mean that you have a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a pulmonary embolism (PE) or both. Your doctor has prescribed apixaban. This is a type of medication known as a direct-acting oral anticoagulant (or DOAC). Apixaban is a blood thinning medication given to treat VTE and help prevent another clot from forming. If you have had a DVT or PE, you are not alone. VTE is a fairly common condition. About 1 in every 20 people will have a VTE in their lifetime.
Two South West Hospital Trusts have joined up with the regional Sight Loss Council to develop the first NHS audio guides for blind and visually impaired people. The new tools will help improve accessibility across hospitals in Gloucester, Cheltenham and Bristol.
We have launched a Prehabilitation service that offers pre-treatment support for patients with cancer.
This information is aimed at healthcare professionals who are using our pathology services.
Steroid is a powerful anti-inflammatory drug, used to treat many conditions around the hand, such as arthritis, trigger finger, carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis.
This page will answer some of the questions you may have about the medication (metformin) you have been advised to take to help with your condition of polycystic ovaries (PCOS).
This page gives advice for patients with diabetes who are planning a family.
The TFCC refers to a number of structures, including ligaments and cartilage, which connect the two forearm bones and the wrist joint.
You might take a break from your medical training for a number of reasons, including:
It is important that you read the information on this page regarding your vascular surgery before your admission to hospital.
A patient’s experience of using our hospital services should be positive. We want all of our patients, their families, carers and friends to feel confident in our services.
