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Your kidney mass has been surgically removed and analysed by our pathology department. It has been confirmed as a renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer).
It is important to drink plenty of fluid. You should drink 6 to 8 glasses of fluid every day to prevent dehydration. During warmer weather you need to drink more fluids. The information in this page will help you choose the type and amount of fluid your body needs to maintain a healthy bladder and bowel.
The information on this page is a guide for patients and carers about vitrectomy surgery.
This page will give you information about your recovery following the implant of a Permanent Pacemaker (PPM) and it should be read in addition to the information you have already received.
This page is a guide to Endovascular Aneurysm Repair surgery and should help to answer some of the questions you may have.
The Hearing Services team are fundraising for equipment by hosting an 'Eggcellent' Easter Raffle! There are many 'Eggciting' prizes up for grabs including vouchers, Easter treats and gift sets!
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Purpose
A random urine sample collected into a 30mL Universal
This page gives you information about transperineal biopsy of the prostate, including the nature of the procedure, risks, benefits, alternatives and what to expect.
This page gives you information about the eye condition blepharospasm and the treatment available.
Department of Haematology
This page gives you information on how to use the antibacterial treatment you have been given before your cardiology procedure. As with any invasive procedure, there is always the risk of developing an infection. This treatment will help to reduce that risk. The treatment includes a nasal ointment and a body wash.
2ml or 4ml EDTA sample
A minimum of 1 mL CSF taken into a 30 mL Universal (tap #4 preferred) (approximately 25 drops from the Luer connector on the needle)
You have been told you are likely to have uric acid stones, these are the only stones which may be dissolved by changing the pH of urine.
Your doctor has recommended a temporal artery biopsy. This page will explain: What temporal arteritis is Why you might need this test How the test is done What happens afterwards Please ask your doctor if you have any questions.
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