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This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions about an Ultrasound Guided Liver Biopsy. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have concerns […]

This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and will aim to answer most of your questions about an ultrasound guided drainage.  It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have concerns […]

You have been given this leaflet because you have had surgery for ovarian cancer. During your surgery to remove the cancer you may have had some ‘Ultraradical’ procedures. This involves extensive surgery to certain organs which we call ‘Ultraradical’ surgery. Please take your time to read the following information carefully. Ask us if there is […]

Which type of large bowel operation? Large bowel operations are usually carried out for a cancer or polyp in the large bowel (or intestine), or for a condition called diverticular disease. The unhealthy part of the large intestine that is affected is removed and the remaining section, either side of this are usually reconnected with […]

While looking after your relative or friend we can see that there has been a change in their condition and so we are concerned that they may be dying. We want to provide care that respects the dignity, privacy, choice and confidentiality of each person, their family and their friends. The dying experience is unique […]

This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions when requiring Uterine Fibroid Embolisation. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have concerns or […]

This information leaflet is regarding the use of your frozen embryos. Before we can transfer these embryos we need to prepare the lining of the womb to receive them. There are three different regimes for preparing your womb to receive the embryos. The regime that is suitable for you will be discussed in detail at […]

This leaflet is designed to raise awareness and assist self-help treatment. Under breast soreness (Intertrigo), is a very common problem and although anyone can develop it, it is most common in women who have large breasts or who are very active. Intertrigo is caused by friction when skin folds rub together. This can trap moisture […]

This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions regarding your neck biopsy. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have concerns or require […]

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects motor coordination in children and adults. While it is commonly identified in childhood, its impacts can continue into adulthood. DCD is also sometimes referred to as “dyspraxia.” Characteristics of Developmental Coordination Disorder Individuals with DCD often have difficulties with: Causes and Diagnosis The exact cause […]