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This information leaflet is to help you to understand Clostridioides difficile, what it is and what can be done to prevent it. What is Clostridioides difficile (C. diff)? Many different bacteria (germs) live in the normal healthy bowel. Clostridioides difficile (also known as C. diff) is a bacterium that is present in the bowel of […]

Miss me, but let me go When I come to the end of the road, And the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom filled room Why cry for a soul set free. Miss me a little – but not too long And not with your head bowed low. Remember […]

This information leaflet has been produced by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Maternity Unit to provide information to pregnant women and people who may benefit from a birth reflections conversation. Birth Reflection Service This confidential midwifery-led service is available to any woman who has given birth at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Maternity Unit in Gateshead. The […]

What is a Transoesophageal Echo (TOE)? This is an ultrasound (sound wave) test that allows clear pictures of the heart to be taken. An ultrasound probe mounted on a thin flexible tube will be passed through your mouth into your gullet. Why do I need a TOE? The reason for doing a TOE is to […]

This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your injury.  Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet.  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 any concerns or […]

We are very sorry for your loss and understand that this can be a very difficult time. This leaflet aims to tell you what to expect during and after your medical management of miscarriage. If you have any further questions, please speak to the doctor or nurse caring for you. Approximately 20% of all pregnancies […]

Surgery for Cancer of the Vulva The type of surgery carried out depends on the type, size, depth and position of the vulva cancer and your general health. The aim of the surgery is to remove all of the cancer and an area of healthy tissue around it (this is called a ‘margin’). It is […]

What is an ileostomy? An ileostomy is a portion of the small bowel that is brought through the abdominal wall, to allow faeces to be excreted, bypassing the large bowel. It is usually located lower right side of abdomen. What should the consistency of the ileostomy be like? The consistency of the motion from an […]

This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions regarding a port insertion. 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 […]

This information leaflet provides information about your surgery. The information in this leaflet should already have been explained to you by a doctor. We hope that this helps you to remember what you discussed with your doctor, and also to answer any questions that you may have. If you still have questions after reading this […]