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- Radioiodine has been used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) since the 1940’s. It has been shown that for many people it is better than drug therapy and surgery. Your consultant has decided that this is the best way of treating your thyroid gland and they will have discussed this with you in clinic. How does […]
Radioiodine Treatment Standard Dose
Radioiodine has been used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) since the 1940’s. It has been shown that for many people it is better than drug therapy and surgery. Your consultant has decided that this is the best way of treating your thyroid gland and they will have discussed this with you in clinic. How does […]Topic: Radiology
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Myocardial Perfusion Scan
What is a Myocardial Perfusion Scan? A Myocardial Perfusion Scan is a scan to look at the blood supply to your heart muscle. Why do I need this test? You have been referred for this scan by one of the hospital Consultants or a Cardiac Nurse Practitioner. You may already have existing heart problems which […]Topic: Radiology
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) test
What is a GFR test? This is a test to work out how well your kidneys are working. Is there any preparation? You may have a light breakfast on the morning of your test, e.g. cereal or toast. (Avoid protein e.g. sausage, bacon and eggs) Can l take my usual medication? You can take your […]Topic: Radiology
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Breastfeeding Guidance for Medical Physics Investigations
This information leaflet is to help you prepare before and after your medical physics procedure if you are breastfeeding. Background Medical physics investigations involve the administration of a radioactive tracer (radiopharmaceutical). Depending on the test you are coming for this may be given to you as an injection, swallowed or breathed in as a gas. […]Topic: Radiology
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Breast Sentinel Lymph Node Injection
Why am I being referred for this injection? A sentinel lymph node injection is given to patients who are undergoing breast surgery which includes a sentinel lymph node biopsy. The sentinel lymph node is the first lymph node on the lymphatic drainage system. This injection helps the surgeon locate where your sentinel lymph node is, […]Topic: Radiology
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Lung Scan (V/Q scan)
A lung scan gives us a set of pictures which shows the air supply and the blood supply to your lungs.Topic: Radiology
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Gateshead Specialist Memory Hub based at Bensham Hospital
We aim to provide individualised care and support to patients diagnosed with a dementia and their carers, improve the overall standard of Dementia care and raise awareness of dementia.Topic: Elderly Services, Mental health
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Information for patients Metacarpal Phalangeal (MCP) Joint Replacement
What is an MCP joint replacement? The metacarpal phalangeal (MCP) joints are the knuckle joints of your hand. Due to conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, using your hand can become difficult due to pain, reduced range of movement and deformity of the fingers. The surgical procedure involves replacing the arthritic MCP joint with something […]Topic: Physiotherapy
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Welcome to Ward 23
Meal Times: Breakfast 08:30-09:30Lunch 12:00-13:00Supper 17:00-18:00 Female unit: 0191 445 2023 Male Unit: 0191 445 6777 Hello and welcome to Ward 23 We are a Care of the Elderly ward which specialises in the assessment and treatment of patients who often have a combination of medical and mental health needs. When patients are admitted to […]Topic: Elderly Services
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors