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This leaflet explains about carpal tunnel, what it is and how it can be treated. It is intended for patients who are either thinking about or have decided to have surgery and aims to help you understand and gain the maximum benefit from your operation. What is the carpal tunnel? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is […]

Before leaving the ward you will be given the opportunity to ask the nursing staff any questions. You may be asked to sit in the dayroom before going home to allow emergency or new admissions for surgery that day to be allocated a bed. This will only be done if absolutely necessary.  If you are […]

This information leaflet is designed to give you an overview of the treatment pathway for patients using donor sperm.  There are many aspects to consider when deciding to use donor sperm; please take some time to read through the different sections of this leaflet carefully.  Please feel free to contact the unit if you have […]

Important note: When you are ready to order your donor sperm, please ensure you read this leaflet thoroughly. It provides all the guidance required to complete the ordering process. If you need further assistance regarding donor sperm, please contact the laboratory directly on [email protected] Donor Clinics We do not have our own donors at this […]

In-vitro fertilisation (IVF) is a fertility treatment that involves the use of drugs to stimulate the ovaries into producing eggs. The eggs are then taken out of the body and fertilised in the laboratory. The fertilised egg(s), which are called embryos, are then replaced in the uterus (womb). IVF was originally designed to treat couples […]

The table below shows the Live Birth Rates for patients who received treatment at Gateshead Fertility using their own eggs between 1st January 2022 and 31st December 2022. Female Age in Years Under 38 38 and over           LIVE BIRTH RATE       FRESH TREATMENT   Per cycle started   […]

Introduction  This leaflet tells you how to prepare your bowel for your surgery using bowel preparation laxatives. The laxatives will work to cleanse your bowel. What is the bowel preparation?     Plenvu is a strong bowel cleanser, which comes in sachets of white powder. The powder must be dissolved in a jug of water, when […]

What is Giggle Incontinence? Giggle Incontinence is the involuntary, unstoppable, complete bladder emptying, during or immediately after laughing or giggling. It is caused by the muscle of the bladder (detrusor muscle) contracting in response to laughter. The mechanism that triggers this is not fully understood but may be related to ‘cataplexy’, which is a sudden […]

Who are we and what do we do? The service consists of a team of specialist children’s nurses who support individuals with bladder and bowel problems, where primary advice and intervention by GP, health visitor, school nurse or other health professional has not been successful. We offer a confidential, friendly service, undertake a comprehensive assessment, […]

After you have had your Electrical Cardioversion it is important that you know what to do in the 48 hours following your procedure. You must not You can resume normal activities after 24 hours as long as you feel well enough to do so. You must If you need advice Please contact the cardioversion nurse […]