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Information Leaflets
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(.pdf 38Kb)Norfolk Physiology Unit
24 hour Ambulatory pH Monitoring
(24 hour ambulatory ph monitoring)
24 hour ambulatory pH monitoring - a test to measure the pH of stomach juices.
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(.pdf 59Kb)Vascular Surgery
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and Endovascular repair
Information on the cause and treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysm.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 40Kb)Gynaecology
Abdominal Colposuspension
Abdominal Colposuspension - information on Stress Incontinence.
(.pdf 47Kb)Gynaecology
Abdominal Surgery for Endometrial (womb) Cancer
Removal of the womb through an abdominal incision.
(.pdf 120Kb)Pregnancy
About Caesarean Section
About Caesarean Section - information about the benefits and risks of having a caesarean section.
(.pdf 1860Kb)Radiology
About the Diagnostic Imaging Dataset (DID)
DID is a database that holds information on the imaging tests and scans carried out on NHS patients.
(.pdf 44Kb)Orthopaedic and Trauma
Achilles Tendinopathy
A condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness of the Archilles tendon.
(.pdf 39Kb)Physiotherapy
Acupuncture Treatment for Pain Relief in Musculoskeletal Conditions
Acupuncture can help with back and neck pain, muscle and joint problems.
(.pdf 45Kb)Pharmacy
Adcal-D3® Tablets
Information sheet for patients who have suffered a hip fracture.
(.pdf 49Kb)Norfolk Physiology Unit
Adult Urodynamics Bladder and Urinary Tract Tests and Investigations
Bladder and urinary tract tests and investigations for adults.
(.pdf 36Kb)Gynaecology
Advice following Your Out-patient Hysteroscopy
Helpful advice and contact information.
(.pdf 32Kb)Gynaecology
Advice following Cauterisation with Silver Nitrate
A procedure used to treat granulation of tissue, which prevents or slows healing.
(.pdf 38Kb)GUM Genito-Urinary Medicine
Advice Following Cryotherapy
A treatment for warts and molluscum contagiosum which are caused by viruses.
(.pdf 45Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Advice following a Ph Study
This study is used to measure gastro-oesophageal reflux and can assist the doctors in deciding the right treatment for your child.
(.pdf 50Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Advice Following Rectal Biopsy
A rectal biopsy involves taking a small amount of tissue from the rectum using either a suction or open technique
(.pdf 50Kb)Haematology
Advice for Breast Feeding Mothers Having Investigations for Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
Advice for Breast Feeding Mothers Having Investigations for Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
(.pdf 53Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Advice sheet for First Seizure (child/young person)
What to do if your child has a seizure (sometimes called a fit or convulsion)
(.pdf 46Kb)Gynaecology
After Your Operation for Prolapse and Incontinence
Advice for the best long term results following your operation.
(.pdf 46Kb)Pharmacy
Alendronic Acid Tablets
Information sheet for patients who have suffered a hip fracture.
(.pdf 48Kb)Ophthalmology
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) in Children
Information about Amblyopia (Lazy Eye in Children) for parents/carers.
(.pdf 49Kb)Neurophysiology
Ambulatory EEG Investigations
EEG is an abbreviation of ElectroEncephaloGram, which is a recording of electrical activity produced by the brain.
(.pdf 46Kb)Norfolk Physiology Unit
Ambulatory Urodynamic Tests
Ambulatory urodynamic tests for patients with bladder and urinary tract problems
(.pdf 48Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Aminosalicylates - 5 ASAs for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
5 ASAs are anti-inflammatory medicines which are specially designed to reduce the active inflammation of the lining of the bowel.
(.pdf 51Kb)Pregnancy
Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis - a test for chromosome abnormalities in unborn babies
(.pdf 60Kb)Anaesthetics
Anaesthesia for Caesarean Section
Information which outlines and explains the various types of anaesthesia available for caesarean section.
(.pdf 80Kb)Physiotherapy
Ankle Fracture
Information to assist you in returning back to normal following your fractured ankle.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 40Kb)Norfolk Physiology Unit
Anorectal Physiology Tests
Anorectal physiology tests for patients with bowel problems
(.pdf 42Kb)Ophthalmology
Anterior Uveitis
Anterior Uveitis - inflammation of the iris (coloured part) of the eye.
(.pdf 102Kb)Pregnancy
Anti-D Injections for Women with Rhesus Negative Blood
Information about Anti-D injections for women who may have a different blood group to their baby.
(.pdf 43Kb)Haematology
Anti-embolism Stockings
Stockings to help reduce the risk of blood clots or deep vein thrombosis forming in the legs.
(.pdf 39Kb)Haematology
Anticoagulation - A Patients Guide
A Patients Guide to Anticoagulation Treatment.
(.pdf 56Kb)Vascular Surgery
Aorto Bi-femoral Surgery
Aorto Bi-femoral Surgery - this operation is to bypass the blocked arteries in your tummy (abdomen) that supply your legs, so that the blood supply is improved.
(.pdf 113Kb)Physiotherapy
Aquatic Physiotherapy Sessions
Information on the benefits of physiotherapy exercise in the hydrotherapy pool.
(.pdf 67Kb)Orthopaedic and Trauma
Arthritis of the Ankle Joint
Information about the treatment choices available.
(.pdf 115Kb)Orthopaedic and Trauma
Arthritis of the Big Toe Joint (Hallux Rigidus)
Information about the treatments available for Arthritis of the Big Toe Joint
(.pdf 54Kb)Vascular Surgery
Axillo Bi-femoral Surgery
Operation to bypass the blocked arteries in your tummy (abdomen) that supply your legs, so that the blood supply is improved.
(.pdf 55Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Azathioprine for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Patient and parent/carer guide to Azathioprine an immunosupressant used in the management of inflammatory bowel disease.
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(.pdf 136Kb)Radiology
Barium Swallow
A test to look at the oesophagus (gullet) whilst you are swallowing.
(.pdf 118Kb)Pregnancy
Before Your Elective Caesarean Section
What to do before you come into hospital and what will happen before and after your caesarean section.
(.pdf 116Kb)General Surgery
Benign Breast Disease - Fibroadenoma
A Fibroadenoma is a benign (non-cancerous) mobile lump in the breast.
(.pdf 67Kb)Pregnancy
Birth After Caesarean Section (BAC)
Information for women going home after their first caesarean section.
(.pdf 95Kb)Cardiology
Biventricular Pacemakers/Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT)
Biventricular Pacemaker - device used to treat people with heart failure)
(.pdf 182Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Bladder Augmentation and Mitrofanoff
This leaflet gives information for parents/carers whose child is having a cystoplasty procedure to augment or enlarge the bladder and form a mitrofanoff
(.pdf 61Kb)Gynaecology
Botulinum Toxin (Botox A) in the treatment of Refractory Detrusor Overactivity
Muscle relaxant used to treat an overactive bladder.
(.pdf 61Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Bowel Washouts Using An Antegrade Colonic Enema (ACE)
This leaflet giving information for parents/carers whose child is having ACE procedure and explains about giving bowel washouts.
(.pdf 39Kb)Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Breast Reduction Surgery
Breast Reduction Surgery - operation to reduce the size of breasts
(.pdf 51Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Bronchiolitis
This is a common condition affecting babies and young children often during the winter months.
Bronchiolitis is an inflammation of the smallest airways in the lungs, producing a thick sticky mucus, making it more difficult for babies and young children to breath.
(.pdf 37Kb)Gynaecology
Bulkamid Bladder Neck Augmentation for Urodynamic Stress Incontinence of Urine
Bulkamid Bladder Neck Augmenttion for Urodynamic Stress Incontinence of Urine
(.pdf 159Kb)Orthopaedic and Trauma
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
A bunion is a deformity of the big toe joint. This leaflet outlines the treatment options.
(.pdf 163Kb)General Information
Burial of Babies at Colney Wood Burial Park
A leaflet to explain what happens if you choose for your baby to be buried at Colney Woodland Burial Park along with other babies.
(.pdf 55Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Buxton Ward - Information for Parents and Carers
Buxton Ward is the Inpatients Children's ward of the Jenny Lind Children's Hospital, caring for children from birth to 16 years old.
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(.pdf 122Kb)Gynaecology
Cancer of the Cervix
Cancer of the Cervix (information on symptoms, tests for diagnosis and treatment.
(.pdf 122Kb)Gynaecology
Cancer of the Ovary
Cancer of the Ovary (information on symptoms, tests for diagnosis and treatment)
(.pdf 121Kb)Gynaecology
Cancer of the Uterus
Cancer of the Uterus (information on symptoms, tests for diagnosis and treatment).
(.pdf 121Kb)Gynaecology
Cancer of the Vagina
Cancer of the Vagina (information on symptoms, tests for diagnosis and treatment).
(.pdf 121Kb)Gynaecology
Cancer of the Vulva
Cancer of the Vulva (information on symptoms, tests for diagnosis and treatment).
(.pdf 182Kb)Gastroenterology
Capsule Endoscopy
This procedure involves ingesting a small capsule which will pass naturally through your digestive system while taking pictures of the intestine.
(.pdf 36Kb)Endocrinology
Carbimazole and Propylthiourcil Information Sheet
Information regarding possible side effects of medication to control an overactive thyroid gland.
(.pdf 42Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Care of an infant whose Mother has taken anti-depressant medication in pregnancy
An antidepressant is a medication precribed by a doctor to help with mood problems, depression or sometimes other problems such as anxiety.
(.pdf 43Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Carer Administration of Medicines on Buxton Ward
A programme used on Buxton Ward to enable a child's carer to administer their medicines whilst in hospital.
(.pdf 52Kb)Vascular Surgery
Carotid Endarterectomy
Carotid Endarterectomy an operation to remove / replace the diseased lining of the carotid (neck) artery.
(.pdf 112Kb)Pregnancy
Carriage of Group B Streptococcus (GBS)
Information about GBS and how it can affect a pregnant women and her baby.
(.pdf 236Kb)Paediatric Medicine
CAU - Childrens Assessment Unit Leaflet
CAU - Childrens Assessment Unit Leaflet
(.pdf 143Kb)Physiotherapy
Cervical Spine Pain
Advice and exercises to help speed up your recovery and maximise the effects of physiotherapy.
(.pdf 63Kb)Oncology
Chemotherapy for Early Testicular Cancer - Seminoma
Follow-up treatment after orchidectomy operaton.
(.pdf 76Kb)Audiology
Children's Hearing Testing
Information about the different types of hearing tests for children.
(.pdf 87Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Childrens' Gastroenterology Team - Contact Leaflet
Children's Gastroenterology Team - Contact Leaflet
(.pdf 171Kb)Pregnancy
Other Languages... Choosing Where to Have Your Baby
Information on home and hospital births
(.pdf 46Kb)Pregnancy
Chorionic Villous Sampling (CVS)
Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is the taking of a placental biopsy.
(.pdf 43Kb)Respiratory Medicine
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Early Supported Discharge Service (ESDS)
The Early Supported Discharge Service aims to provide care for patients suffering from a flare-up of their COPD.
(.pdf 48Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Circumcision
Information for parents/carers whose child is having a circumcision.
(.pdf 48Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Circumcision (child)
Information for parents/carers whose child is having a circumcision
(.pdf 780Kb)NHS and Dept. of Health
Other Languages... Clean Hands - Save Lives
A leaflet for patients and public about what steps should be taken to help prevent the spread of infection.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 48Kb)Oncology
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for People with Cancer
This leaflet explains what a cognitive behavioural therapist is and what difficulties they can help you with.
(.pdf 163Kb)Speech and Language Therapy
Cognitive Communication Difficulties
This leaflet will explain the possible symptoms of a cognitive communication difficulty and what you can do to help.
(.pdf 43Kb)Gastroenterology
Colonoscopy (Day Case)
Colonoscopy is a test where an endoscopist (a doctor or nurse) looks into your colon.
(.pdf 55Kb)Gynaecology
Colposcopy
Examination of the cervix (neck of womb) using a specially designed microscope.
(.pdf 40Kb)Pregnancy
Combined Screening Test for Down's Syndrome
Combined Screening Test for Down's Syndrome - an optional test for pregnant women
(.pdf 130Kb)Pharmacy
Coming Into Hospital? Please bring all your medicines with you.
Information about why it is important that you bring all your medication into hospital when you are an in-patient.
(.pdf 54Kb)Radiology
Computed Tomography (CT) Information
This leaflet explains what is involved in Computed Tomography (CT) Information
(.pdf 142Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Constipation and Soiling - A Guide for Young People
Information explaining why you become constipated, the treatment and what you can do to help yourself.
(.pdf 115Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Contact Information Paediatric Onocology Team
A list of helpful telephone numbers and a reminder that Febrile Neutropenia is a medical emergency.
(.pdf 375Kb)General Information
Contraception and Sexual Health (CASH) Clinic
Details of the services provided by the Norwich Contraception and Sexual Health (CASH) Clinic formerly the Norwich Family Planning Clinic.
(.pdf 59Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Conversion to Insulin Dietary Advice
Conversion to Insulin - diet sheet and advice for diabetic patients who have Insulin injections.
(.pdf 37Kb)Ophthalmology
Corneal Abrasion and Recurrent Erosion Syndrome
A scratch on the surface of the cornea and how it is treated.
(.pdf 62Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Children)
Cow's Milk Free Weaning Diet
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your child's diet.
(.pdf 57Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Children)
Cows-Milk Free Diet for Breast Feeding Mums
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your childs diet while breast feeding.
(.pdf 46Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Croup
Croup is a common childhood illness, sometimes called Laryngotracheobronchitis.
(.pdf 34Kb)Ophthalmology
Cryotherapy
A procedure to freeze the retina where a retinal tear has occurred.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 1482Kb)Radiology
The CT Scanner - child friendly information
A special picture of different parts of your body, it helps doctors find out why you have been feeling poorly.
(.pdf 116Kb)Radiology
CT Virtual Colonoscopy
Information about the purpose of the examination and what's involved.
(.pdf 41Kb)Urology
Cystoscopy Under General/Spinal Anaesthetic
Cystoscopy - examination of the bladder under anaesthetic.
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(.pdf 51Kb)Emergency Unit
Decisions relating to Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Decisions relating to cardiopulmonary resuscitation
(.pdf 40Kb)Haematology
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - A Patients Guide
A Patients Guide to treatment for a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
(.pdf 92Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Diabetes - Eating well if you have diabetes and a small appetite
Eating well if you have diabetes and a small appetite
(.pdf 96Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Diabetes - If You Are Diabetic and Need to Follow a Low Fibre Diet
Low fibre diet - advice on eating well if you have diabetes and need to follow low fibre diet.
(.pdf 36Kb)Gynaecology
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Diagnostic Laparoscopy - Investigation into the cause of abdominal or pelvic pain
(.pdf 41Kb)Renal
Dialysis Units Infection Control/Prevention Information
Dialysis Units Infection Control/Prevention Information
(.pdf 46Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Dietary Advice Diabetes (Albanian)
Dietary advice Diabetes (Albanian)
(.pdf 65Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Dietary Advice for Impaired Glucose Tolerance and Impaired Fasting Glucose
Impaired glucose tolerance - diet sheet and advice for patients.
(.pdf 50Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Dietary Advice for People with Gallstones
Information about a low-fat diet, which may help to reduce the pain caused by gallstones.
(.pdf 125Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Dietary Advice if you have Hepatitis C
General information to help you make healthy choices about your food.
(.pdf 80Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Children)
Dietary Information for the Management of Childhood Constipation
Dietary advice for the Management of Childhood Constipation
(.pdf 47Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Digestive Problems - Constipation
Constipation - dietary sheet and advice for patients.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 50Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Digestive Problems - Diarrhoea
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 68Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Digestive Problems - Low Fibre Diet
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 44Kb)Oncology
Discharge Information for Breast Cancer Patients
Information for patients who no longer need regular reviews in clinic.
(.pdf 53Kb)Day Procedure Unit
DPU General Leaflet Child's Operation
Information about child or young person's operation
(.pdf 40Kb)Oncology
Driving and Your Medication
This leaflet highlights the regulations regarding safety on the road and explains the potential problems of certain medications.
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(.pdf 50Kb)Pregnancy
Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU)
EPAU is a specialist unit which manages early pregnancy problems.
(.pdf 129Kb)Physiotherapy
Elbow Fracture
Information to assist you in returning back to normal following your elbow fracture.
(.pdf 176Kb)Physiotherapy
Elbow Pain
Advice and exercises to help speed up your recovery and maximise the effects of physiotherapy.
(.pdf 54Kb)Neurophysiology
Electrodiagnostic tests (Vision related)
Electrodiagnostic tests (Vision related)
(.pdf 41Kb)Neurophysiology
Electromyography (EMG) / Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
Depending on the problem being investigated, you may require one or both of the procedures described in this leaflet.
(.pdf 56Kb)Vascular Surgery
Embolisation
Embolisation is used to block off an artery that might supply blood to an aneurysm.
(.pdf 33Kb)Gynaecology
Endometrial Biopsy
A prodcedure to take a small sample of the lining of the womb for investigation.
(.pdf 48Kb)Gastroenterology
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
A procedure that involves passing a small flexible camera with an ultrasound tip, down your oesophagus, into the stomach and duodenum.
(.pdf 153Kb)General Information
Epidural - Discharge Advice for Patients
Epidural - Discharge Advice for Patients
(.pdf 40Kb)Gastroenterology
ERCP (Day Case)
ERCP (Day Case) Test to examine the tubes that drain bile from the liver.
(.pdf 49Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Excision of Ganglion
Removal of Ganglion (a swelling that is usually attached to a joint or tendon).
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 95Kb)Urology
Excision of a Hydrocele
Excision of a Hydrocele - surgery to remove a build up of fliud from the testes.
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(.pdf 65Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Febrile Convulsion
This leaflet explains what a febrile convulsion is and gives advice on what to do if your child has one.
(.pdf 51Kb)Vascular Surgery
Femoro-Femoral/ llio-Femoral Cross Over Bypass Graft
Femoro-Femoral/ llio-Femoral Cross Over Bypass Graft - operation to insert a graft into the arteries of the groin and leg.
(.pdf 50Kb)Vascular Surgery
Femoro-Popliteal/Distal Bypass Grafts
Operation to bypass blocked arteries in the leg so that blood supply is improved
(.pdf 251Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Fever Advice Sheet for Children 0-5 Years
Information sheet which will be completed with specific advice for parents, when their child has been discharged home from the Childrens Assessment Unit (CAU).
(.pdf 45Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Fleet Phospho-Soda Bowel Prep Medication
Information on the bowel prep medications that have been prescribed prior to having a colonoscopy procedure.
(.pdf 75Kb)Urology
Flexible Cystoscopy (+/- Biopsy or Stent Removal in the Day Procedure Unit
Cystoscopy is an examination of the inside of your bladder and urethra to investigate urinary problems.
(.pdf 48Kb)Gastroenterology
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
A procedure where an endoscopist (a doctor or nurse) looks at the lining of the rectum and sigmoid colon using an instrument called a sigmoidoscope.
(.pdf 35Kb)Norfolk Physiology Unit
Flow Rate and Ultrasound Tests and Investigations in Children
Flow rate and ultrasound tests and investigations in Children
(.pdf 37Kb)Ophthalmology
Fluorescein Angiography
A simple eye test to provide more information about the back of your eye.
(.pdf 685Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Food Allergy Action Plan (WITH JEXT INJECTOR)
Information about mild to moderate reactions, and what to do if there are signs of a severe allergic reaction (Anaphylaxis), including details of how to use the Jext Injector.
(.pdf 557Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Food Allergy Action Plan (Without Jext Injector)
Information about mild to moderate reactions and how to watch for signs of a severe allergic reaction (Anaphylaxis).
(.pdf 49Kb)Orthopaedic and Trauma
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Information about treatment and the multidisciplinary team who who will assess you.
(.pdf 48Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Fruit and Vegetables - Ways to eat "5 -a-day"
General information to help you eat more fruit and vegetables.
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(.pdf 99Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Gaining Weight - Eating well when following a low fibre diet
Eating well when following a low fibre diet
(.pdf 39Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Gaining Weight - Fortifying or Enriching Food
Meals and snacks can be made more nutritious without increasing the quantity.
(.pdf 54Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Gaining Weight - Shopping List for High Calorie, High Protein Snacks
High calorie / high protein snacks - a guide to shopping.
(.pdf 64Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Gaining Weight - Why do hospital inpatients have a poor appetite and dietary intake?
Practical information for relatives and carers of adults.
(.pdf 38Kb)Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy (OGD)
A procedure which allows the endoscopist to examine your gullet, stomach and small bowel.
(.pdf 75Kb)Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Going Home after your Breast Reconstruction (the DIEP/SIEA Flap)
Going Home after your Breast Reconstruction (the DIEP/SIEA Flap) Advice and Exercise Programme
(.pdf 75Kb)Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Going Home after your Breast Reconstruction (the Latissimus Dorsi Flap)
Going Home after your Breast Reconstruction (the Latissimus Dorsi Flap) Advice and Exercise Programme
(.pdf 75Kb)Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Going Home after your Breast Reconstruction (the IGAP Flap)
Going Home after your Breast Reconstruction (the IGAP Flap) Advice and Exercise Programme
(.pdf 50Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Golfers Elbow
A painful condition which affects the inner part of the elbow bone.
(.pdf 93Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
A guide to eating well if you have a small appetite
Small appetite - diet sheet and advice for patients.
(.pdf 48Kb)Physiotherapy
Gynaecology Physiotherapy (Womens Health)
This leaflet explains how physiotherapy can help you and gives you information about your appointment.
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(.pdf 66Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Hand and Elbow Surgery under regional anaethesia
A technique where your hand and arm are made numb for surgery.
(.pdf 53Kb)Vascular Surgery
Having an angiogram
Angiogram - injection into the blood vessels using X ray control.
(.pdf 120Kb)Urology
Having a Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
A procedure used to remove stone(s) from the kidney using keyhole surgery.
(.pdf 59Kb)Urology
Having A Ureteric Stent
A stent is usually inserted if you have a blockage or potential blockage of the kidney or ureter.
(.pdf 35Kb)Gynaecology
Having Your Catheter Removed (TWOC)
Information regarding the removal of the tube in your bladder.
(.pdf 49Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Head Injury
Information for parents/carers following head injury to a child.
(.pdf 64Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Healthy Eating - How to Eat Less Salt
How to eat less salt
(.pdf 51Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Healthy Eating with Diabetes
Advice to help to control your blood sugar
(.pdf 41Kb)Pharmacy
Help with your medicines after leaving hospital
Information about the hospital pharmacy helpline and how your Community Pharmacist (Chemist) can give you advice and support.
(.pdf 41Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) Skin Rash
(.pdf 49Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Herniotomy
Information for parents/carers whose child has an inguinal hernia.
(.pdf 48Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Herniotomy (child)
Information for parents/carers whose child has an inguinal hernia
(.pdf 65Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
High Protein, High Calorie Recipes
High Protein, High Calorie Recipes
(.pdf 90Kb)Urology
Holmium Laser Prostatectomy (HoLEP)
An operation to relieve symptoms of bladder outflow obstruction.
(.pdf 209Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Hoop Traction Parent Info
Hoop Traction at home - advice for parents with babies in traction.
(.pdf 163Kb)Pregnancy
How to look after your bladder and pelvic floor when you have a baby
How to look after your bladder and pelvic floor when you have a baby
(.pdf 38Kb)Pregnancy
How to look after your perineum after having a baby
Advice to help you heal as quickly as possible.
(.pdf 68Kb)Physiotherapy
Humeral Fracture
Information to assist you in returning back to normal following your humeral fracture.
(.pdf 41Kb)Pregnancy
Hyperemesis Gravidarum (Pregnancy Sickness)
Nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy are very common, when this becomes excessive and persistant to the extent that you are unable to keep food or liquid down, it is then called Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Treatment will depend on your symptoms and by the amount of dehydration.
(.pdf 2144Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Hypospadias
Hypospadias is a birth defect of the penis. It is one of the commonest birth defects and affects about 1 in 250 boys.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 36Kb)Gynaecology
Hysteroscopic Resection of Uterine Polyps and Fibroids
Treatment to remove polyps or fibroids from the uterus.
(.pdf 34Kb)Gynaecology
Hysteroscopy, Dilation and Curettage, Polypectomy and Cervical Cautery under General Anaesthetic
Information about these procedures, which are performed under a general anaesthetic.
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(.pdf 48Kb)Vascular Surgery
Iliac and Femoral Endarterectomy & Patch Plasty
An endarterectomy is an operation performed to reopen blocked arteries and to restore blood flow in the body (revascularization).
(.pdf 237Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Important Information About Your Operation - General Anaesthetic (Easy Read)
A general anaesthetic means you will be asleep when you have your operation.
(.pdf 208Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Important Information About Your Operation - Local Anaesthetic (Easy Read)
A local anaesthetic means you will be awake when you have your operation.
(.pdf 1080Kb)General Surgery
Incisional Hernia Repair
Incisional hernia operation information.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 609Kb)General Information
Infection Control - Top Ten Tips
Top Ten Tips when you are visiting the hospital
(.pdf 159Kb)GUM Genito-Urinary Medicine
Information about the Genito Urinary Medicine Clinic
Services provided by the Genito Urinary Medicine (GUM) Clinic
(.pdf 91Kb)Oncology
Information About Your Syringe Driver
A syringe driver is a small, portable, battery operated pump. It allows medicines to be given steadily under the skin over 24 hours.
(.pdf 38Kb)Pregnancy
Information for Mothers following the birth of a baby - Signs and symptoms of serious illness.
(.pdf 53Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Information for Parents,Carers, Children and Young Adults on a Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy Procedure
This leaflet aims to provide information on why a gastrocopy and a colonoscopy are needed and it explains how the procedures are performed.
(.pdf 42Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Information for Parents/Carers on a Gastroscopy Procedure
This leaflet aims to provide information on why a gastroscopy is needed and it explains how the procedure is performed.
(.pdf 33Kb)Pregnancy
Information for patients after an inconclusive result on ultrasound scan
Information for patients after an inconclusive ultrasound result
(.pdf 915Kb)General Information
Information for Patients and Visitors
Summary of all aspects relating to visiting the hospital. Note: replaces the old Hospital Information Booklet.
(.pdf 38Kb)General Surgery
Information for patients attending the Pre-operative Asessment Clinic
Pre-operative Assessment Clinic
(.pdf 41Kb)General Information
Information for patients taking long-term Steroid Therapy (Prednisolone)
Sick Day Rules
(.pdf 32Kb)Pregnancy
Information for women who have had one previous caesarean section - post dates induction of labour
Information for women approaching or who have reached their due dates.
(.pdf 32Kb)Pregnancy
Information for women with pregnancy of unknown location that needs monitoring.
Information for women with pregnancy of unknown location that needs monitoring.
(.pdf 48Kb)Risk and Infection Control
Information on MRSA for Patients, Relatives and Carers
Questions and Answers about MRSA
(.pdf 53Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Information on Steroids for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Information on Steroids for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
(.pdf 34Kb)Endocrinology
Infusion of Intravenous Methylprednisolone
A steroid which is given to treat thyroid eye disease.
(.pdf 1044Kb)General Surgery
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia - operation to repair groin hernia
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 43Kb)Orthopaedic and Trauma
Instructions following application of a Cast
This leaflet is designed to inform you about the care of the cast or possible complications of having a plaster cast.
(.pdf 43Kb)Ophthalmology
Instructions for After Your Glaucoma (Trabeculectomy) Operation
Instructions for After your Glaucoma (Trabeculectomy) Operation
(.pdf 55Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Instructions for Using Movicol
Advice leaflet for children and young people requiring bowel clear out (disimpaction regime)
(.pdf 42Kb)Vascular Surgery
Intermittent Claudication - Benefits of Exercise
Exercise has been shown to improve the circulation and decrease the pain you experience when walking.
(.pdf 57Kb)Vascular Surgery
Intermittent Claudication due to Peripheral Vascular Disease
A narrowing or blockage of the main arteries that take blood to the legs.
(.pdf 51Kb)Vascular Surgery
Interventional Radiology Angioplasty and Stents
Angioplasty / stent information.
(.pdf 70Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Children)
Iron Content of Foods
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your child's diet.
(.pdf 79Kb)Gastroenterology
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Information about the condition and how you may be able to improve symptoms through changes to lifestyle and diet.
(.pdf 78Kb)Pregnancy
Is my newborn baby breastfeeding ok?
Helpful information about breast and bottle feeding.
(.pdf 47Kb)Oncology
Isolated Limb Infusion (ILI)
A treatment which uses chemotherapy to treat cancer which is confined to a limb.
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(.pdf 2435Kb)Radiology
The Jelly Belly Test
Child Friendly Format - what happens when your child has an ultrasound scan
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(.pdf 48Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Controlling Your Phosphate
Information sheet giving a quick guide to foods and drinks high in phosphate. It is not designed to be a substitute for speaking to a renal dietitian.
(.pdf 39Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Controlling Your Potassium
Dietary advice sheet giving some general information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 157Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Eating Out on a Renal Diet
Advice to help you choose sensibly when eating out.
(.pdf 69Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Eating well if you have a small appetite and kidney disease
Dietary advice sheet giving some general information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 84Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Eating well with a small appetite and diabetes with kidney disease
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 112Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Fluid Control on Dialysis
Fluid control is important for maintaining your health when you have kidney disease.
(.pdf 75Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Healthy Eating for Your Kidneys
This information sheet explains how altering your diet can help to keep your kidneys working as well as they can.
(.pdf 52Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - Herbs and Spices
Herbs and spices can be added to your food to provide extra flavour in place of using salt
(.pdf 60Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Kidney Disease - How to eat less salt with kidney disease
This dietary advice sheet gives some general information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 40Kb)Gastroenterology
Klean Prep Instructions (Afternoon) (Gastro Dept)
(For Gastro Unit Patients)
(.pdf 54Kb)Gastroenterology
Kleen Prep (Afternoon Instructions)
Information for patients who will be undergoing a colonoscopy procedure in the afternoon.
(.pdf 54Kb)Gastroenterology
Kleen Prep (Morning Instructions)
Information for patients who will be undergoing a colonoscopy procedure in the morning.
(.pdf 41Kb)Physiotherapy
Knee Fracture
Information to assist you in returning back to normal following your knee fracture.
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(.pdf 47Kb)Urology
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Removal of one or both adrenal glands using keyhole surgery.
(.pdf 1657Kb)Urology
Laparoscopic Radical Cystectomy in Men
Keyhole surgery to remove the entire bladder.
(.pdf 116Kb)Urology
Laparoscopic Radical Cystectomy in Women
Keyhole surgery to remove the entire bladder.
(.pdf 37Kb)Gynaecology
Laparoscopic Surgery
keyhole surgery to detect gynaecological conditions such as ovarian cysts, endometriosis, fibroids and adhesions (scar tissue).
(.pdf 52Kb)Gynaecology
Laparoscopic Surgery for Endometrial (womb) Cancer
Keyhole surgery for womb cancer
(.pdf 49Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Laproscopic Cholecystectomy
This is an operation to remove the gall bladder using key-hole surgery techniques.
(.pdf 49Kb)Dermatology
Latex Allergy
Information regarding allergic reaction to natural rubber latex
(.pdf 185Kb)General Information
Leaving Hospital
Information about how local NHS Trusts and County Council Social Care Services can arrange support and services to help you live independently at home.
(.pdf 43Kb)Orthopaedic and Trauma
Lesser Toe Deformities
There are various names for the deformities, including mallet toe, hammer toe, claw toe and curly toe. The second toe is most commonly affected.
(.pdf 33Kb)Gastroenterology
Liver Biopsy (Day Case)
A procedure where a small piece of liver tissue is removed from the liver and sent for analysis under a microscope.
(.pdf 33Kb)Gastroenterology
Liver Biopsy (Overnight Stay)
A procedure where a small piece of liver tissue is removed from the liver and sent for analysis under a microscope.
(.pdf 641Kb)Thoracic Surgery
Lobectomy, Pneumonectomy and Wedge Resection of the Lung (Removal of Part or All of the Lung)
Lobectomy, pneumonectomy and wedge resection of the lung (removal of part or all of the lung) operation information.
(.pdf 59Kb)Renal
Long Term Central Venous Catheter (Permcath)
How to prevent infection and care for your Central Venous Catheter.
(.pdf 49Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Looking After Your Child's Suprapubic Catheter
Information for parents/carers whose child is being discharged home with a catheter.
(.pdf 54Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Looking after your child's Urethral Catheter
Information for parents/carers whose child is being discharged home with a catheter.
(.pdf 46Kb)Ophthalmology
Lucentis for Wet Macular Degeneration
Lucentis for Wet Macular Degeneration
(.pdf 74Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Lumbar Spine Micro-dicectomy or Decompression
An operation to treat leg pain or numbness caused by a 'slipped disc'
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(.pdf 105Kb)Radiology
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Information Leaflet
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan - information leaflet.
(.pdf 86Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Management of Childhood Constipation and Soiling
How children and young people can be helped to resolve the problem of constipation and soiling
(.pdf 49Kb)Thoracic Surgery
Mediastinoscopy (Examination of the Lymph Glands in the Chest)
Mediastinoscopy - operation for examination and biopsy of the lymph glands
(.pdf 50Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Metatarso Phalangeal Joint Fusion (MTPJ Fusion)
An operation to reduce pain and improve function in the joint of the big toe.
(.pdf 2823Kb)Radiology
The Milkshake Test
Child Friendly Format - what happens when you have a special drink so that the x-ray doctor can see a picture of your tummy.
(.pdf 7974Kb)Paediatric Medicine
The Milkshake Test
The milkshake test gives the X-Ray doctor a special picture of your tummy to help find out why you have been feeling unwell.
(.pdf 47Kb)Pregnancy
Miscarriage - What Happens Next?
This leaflet explains what happens after your miscarriage and the options you can choose.
(.pdf 214Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Miscellaneouos - Neutropenic Diet
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 51Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Miscellaneous - Dementia and Food
This advice sheet provides general information to help if you are experiencing changes to your eating habits.
(.pdf 54Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Miscellaneous - Finger Foods
Offering finger foods can improve nutritional intake and help maintain independence, especially for people who like to walk about at mealtimes.
(.pdf 42Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Miscellaneous - Fluids
Information fluid intake and what happens when you become dehydrated.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 137Kb)Radiology
MRI Children's Information
Child Friendly Format - Mr Mole is here to tell you all about your MRI scan
(.pdf 2823Kb)Paediatric Medicine
My First X-Ray
An X-Ray is a special picture which shows your bones.
(.pdf 1343Kb)Radiology
My First X-Ray
Child Friendly Format - what happens when you need an X-ray (a special picture of your bones).
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(.pdf 56Kb)Ear Nose and Throat
Neck Lump Clinic
The Neck Lump Clinic is a one stop diagnostice service.
(.pdf 40Kb)
Neoprene Thumb Spica
An individually made splint to help reduce plain and swelling in the thumb.
(.pdf 235Kb)General Information
NHS Funded Continuing Healthcare
NHS Funded Continuing Healthcare describes an eligible individual's assessed and evaluated care need.
(.pdf 112Kb)General Surgery
Nipple Discharge and Surgery
Information on the cause and treatment of nipple discharge
(.pdf 40Kb)Pregnancy
Norwich Termination of Pregnancy Service
Advice for patients and what to expect at assessment.
(.pdf 44Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Not Passed Urine
Suggestions to help patients pass urine if they experience discomfort following a day procedure operation.
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(.pdf 108Kb)Pregnancy
Obstetric Cholestasis (OC)
Condition where the flow of bile from the liver is reduced.
(.pdf 48Kb)Pharmacy
Octenisan Wash Lotion
Information sheet for patients who have been prescribed Octenisan prior to admission to hospital.
(.pdf 36Kb)Norfolk Physiology Unit
Oesophageal Manometry Tests
(Oesophageal manometry)
Oesophageal Manometry Tests
(.pdf 1086Kb)Thoracic Surgery
Oesophagectomy
An operation to remove most of the oesophagus or the stomach.
(.pdf 60Kb)Urology
One Stop Urology Clinic
Information about the different types of tests carried out in the One Stop Urology Clinic.
(.pdf 44Kb)Gynaecology
Outpatient Information - Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy is a simple procedure to find out the cause of vaginal bleeding.
(.pdf 39Kb)General Information
Oval 8 Finger Splint
A splint to stabilise and align the small joints of the finger.
(.pdf 46Kb)Gynaecology
Overactive Bladder
Information and advice about the range of treatments available.
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(.pdf 153Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Paediatric Clinical Psychology Service - Information for families
Clinical Psychologists have expertise in working with children and familes who are having to adjust to difficult situations such as physical illness.
(.pdf 54Kb)General Information
A Pain Management Programme (PMP)
How a pain management programme can help patients with chronic pain.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 47Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Pain Relief After your Operation
Most people will experience pain after an operation, this can usually be relieved by a combination of simple measures and pain killers, as explained in this leaflet.
(.pdf 45Kb)Gynaecology
Painful Bladder Syndrome and Interstitial Cystitis
A chronic inflammation of the bladder wall.
(.pdf 73Kb)General Information
PALs (Patient Advice and Liaison Service) - Easy Read
Easy Read leaflet about the information and advice that the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALs) provides.
(.pdf 43Kb)Dermatology
Patch Testing Information
Tests to find out if your Eczema/Dermatitis is caused by an allergy to substances in contact with your skin.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 122Kb)
Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)
A confidential advice service designed to support patients, relatives and carers.
(.pdf 1281Kb)General Information
Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)
Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS). A leaflet about the services PALS provide.
(.pdf 42Kb)General Information
Other Languages... Patient Information Leaflets in Languages Other Than English
How to obtain a patient information leaflet in the language of your choice.
(.pdf 29Kb)Gynaecology
Patients Discharged Home with a Cannula on the Hyperemesis Ambulatory Rehydration Project (HARP)
Information to help you understand the care and attention you and your cannula require.
(.pdf 68Kb)Thoracic Surgery
Pectus - the condition and its treatment
Pectus is a deformity of the chest wall where the breastbone is either sunken or raised.
(.pdf 38Kb)Physiotherapy
A Physiotherapy Guide for Patients Having Surgery
Advice to help with breathing problems before and after your operation.
(.pdf 49Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Picolax and Bisacodyl Bowel Prep Medication
Information on the bowel prep medications that have been prescribed prior to having a colonoscopy procedure.
(.pdf 50Kb)Gastroenterology
Picolax for afternoon appointment
Afternoon appointment information for patients taking Picolax
(.pdf 50Kb)Gastroenterology
Picolax for morning appointment
Morning appointment information for patients taking Picolax
(.pdf 47Kb)Radiology
Plain X-ray Information
An X-ray is a picture of the internal structures of the body.
(.pdf 68Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Planning a Vegetarian Diet
Planning a vegetarian diet to include a wide variety of foods to make sure you get all the nutrients you need.
(.pdf 47Kb)Pregnancy
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (P.C.O.S.)
A condition which affects a woman's menstrual cycle, fertility and hormones.
(.pdf 34Kb)Renal
Post Operative Care Following Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
Post Operative Care Following Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
(.pdf 39Kb)Gastroenterology
Post Procedure Advice Sheet - Colonoscopy/Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Bowel Cancer Screening Programme
(.pdf 37Kb)Ophthalmology
Post-procedure Intravitreal Triamcincolone Injection
Post-procedure Intravitreal Triamcincolone Injection
(.pdf 37Kb)Ophthalmology
Posterior Vitreous Detachment
Posterior Vitreous Detachment - This is a common degenerative change which occurs in one or both eyes of most people after middle age.
(.pdf 47Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Pregnancy - Common Food Problems during pregnancy
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 83Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Pregnancy - Healthy Eating
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 86Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Pregnancy - Iron intake during pregnancy
Iron intake - diet sheet and advice to help increase the amount of iron in your diet during pregnancy.
(.pdf 43Kb)Pregnancy
Pregnancy Oral Glucose Test (POGTT)
A test for pregnant women to check that the amount of sugar in their blood is not too high+
(.pdf 104Kb)Pregnancy
Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP)
Information for pregnant and post-natal women on pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain.
(.pdf 107Kb)Cardiology
Preparing for your Pacemaker
Guidance on how to prepare for a pacemaker insertion procedure; also guidance for after the procedure
(.pdf 120Kb)Pregnancy
Preventing Blood Clots in Pregnancy and After Birth
Information for women found to be at a higher risk than average of developing a blood clot and treatment to reduce the risk.
(.pdf 61Kb)Haematology
Preventing Hospital Associated Blood Clots
This leaflet explains more about blood clots that can form after illness and surgery.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 102Kb)General Information
Preventing Pressure Ulcers
Pressure ulcers - information for patients on prevention of pressure ulcers (September 2012).
(.pdf 42Kb)Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Probiotics
Information for parents about feeding premature babies.
(.pdf 38Kb)Haematology
Pulmonary Embolism - A Patients Guide
A Patients Guide to treatment for a Pulmonary Embolism.
(.pdf 49Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Pyloric Stenosis
A condition that affects babies in the first few months - a narrowing of the exit from the stomach
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(.pdf 49Kb)Gynaecology
Radical Hysterectomy for Cancer of the Cervix
Information about the operation and what to expect after you go home.
(.pdf 322Kb)Radiology
Radiofrequency Ablation of Liver Tumours
A minimal invasive treatment that heats and destroys cancer cells.
(.pdf 221Kb)Radiology
Radiofrequency Ablation of Lung Tumours
A minimal invasive treatment that heats and destroys cancer cells.
(.pdf 85Kb)Vascular Surgery
Recovery from Endovascular Surgery for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
What to expect after your operation and advice about recovering from your surgery.
(.pdf 88Kb)Vascular Surgery
Recovery from Open Surgery for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
What to expect after your operation and advice about recovering from your surgery.
(.pdf 53Kb)Vascular Surgery
Recurrent Varicose Vein Surgery
Varicose veins can recur even after entirely satisfactory surgical treatment. Reasons for their later re-appearance are explained in this leaflet.
(.pdf 51Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Reimplantation of Ureter
An operation performed on children who have a condition that affects the free flow of urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
(.pdf 50Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Removal of Metalwork Surgery (Upper Limb)
Information for patients who are having an operation to remove metalwork from their hand or arm.
(.pdf 49Kb)Neurophysiology
Routine EEG Investigations
EEG is an abbreviation of ElectroEncephaloGram, which is a recording of electrical activity produced by the brain.
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(.pdf 40Kb)General Information
Safeguarding Adults from Abuse
This leaflet provides information that may be of assistance if you think someone may be vulnerable or is being abused.
(.pdf 145Kb)General Information
Safeguarding Adults from Abuse (Easy Read Version)
This leaflet provides information that may be of assistance if you think someone may be vulnerable or is being abused.
(.pdf 111Kb)Haematology
Semen Analysis
This leaflet should be read at least 7 days before your sample delivery appointment date.
(.pdf 57Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Sensible Slimming
Slimming - a guide to sensible slimming.
(.pdf 174Kb)Physiotherapy
Shoulder Injuries
Advice and exercises to help speed up your recovery and maximise the effects of physiotherapy.
(.pdf 42Kb)Clinical Investigation Unit
Sick Day Rules
Sick Day Rules - Information for patients taking long-term steroid therapy.
(.pdf 39Kb)Diabetes
Sick Day Rules
Sick Day Rules - information for patients taking long term steriod therapy.
(.pdf 247Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Sleeping Difficulties - A guide for school aged children
Information for parents/carers, to help create a good bedtime routine for your child.
(.pdf 43Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Spinal Anaesthetic
Spinal Anaesthetic - information for day case patients who have had a spinal anaesthetic.
(.pdf 46Kb)Neurophysiology
Spinal Cord Monitoring
Spinal Cord Monitoring - information to help patients understand how their spinal cord is monitered during back surgery.
(.pdf 75Kb)General Information
Spiritual Care for Day Procedure Patients
Details of the spiritual care that hospital chaplains can provide should you wish to speak to them.
(.pdf 54Kb)General Information
Spiritual Care for Oncology Patients
Details of the spiritual care that hospital chaplains can provide should you wish to speak to them.
(.pdf 36Kb)Pregnancy
Sterilsation at the time of Caesarean Section
Information to help you make informed choices.
(.pdf 40Kb)Physiotherapy
Steroid Injections for Joint and Soft Tissue Conditions
An injection to target pain from wear and tear in joints or inflammation in soft tissue.
(.pdf 49Kb)General Information
Stockists and Suppliers of TENS machines
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Information for patients who feel they have benefited from treatment and may wish to purchase a TENS machine for home use.
(.pdf 49Kb)Ophthalmology
Strabismus (Squints in Children)
Information for Parents/Carers about Strabismus (Squints in Children)
(.pdf 36Kb)Oncology
Strong Opiods
Opiods are a group of medicines used to treat pain and improve your quality of life. This leaflet gives you more information and answers some commonly asked questions.
(.pdf 32Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Symptom Control - Taste Changes
Dietary advice sheet giving general information to help make eating and drinking easier.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 41Kb)Gynaecology
Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) for Advanced Ovarian Cancer
Currently Under Review
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(.pdf 809Kb)Urology
Telescopic Radical Prostatectomy
Keyhole surgery to remove the entire prostate gland and sometimes surrounding lymph nodes.
(.pdf 61Kb)Ophthalmology
Temporal Arteritis (Giant Cell Arteritis)
Temporal Arteritis (Giant Cell Arteritis)
(.pdf 42Kb)Ophthalmology
Temporal Artery Biopsy (TAB)
Temporal Artery Biopsy (TAB) Information Sheet
(.pdf 50Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Tennis Elbow
A painful condition which affects the outside part of the elbow bone.
(.pdf 50Kb)Gynaecology
Tension Free Vaginal Tape (TVT)
Information about Urodynamic stress incontinence
(.pdf 44Kb)Gynaecology
Tension Free Vaginal Tape (TVT) with Prolapse Surgery
Information about stress incontinence and uterine or vaginal prolapse
(.pdf 51Kb)Gynaecology
Tension Free Vaginal Tape Obturator (TVTO)
Tension Free Vaginal Tape Obturator (TVTO) procedure for stress incontinence.
(.pdf 41Kb)Pregnancy
Threatened Miscarriage
An ongoing pregnancy associated with vaginal bleeding is called a threatened miscarriage.
(.pdf 168Kb)Day Procedure Unit
Tonsillectomy - Bleeding After Tonsillectomy
Discharge Advice for Parents and Carers
(.pdf 49Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
Information for parents/carers whose child is having a tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy
(.pdf 57Kb)Gynaecology
Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Operation to remove the uterus by keyhole surgery (minimal access surgery).
(.pdf 46Kb)Ophthalmology
Trabeculectomy Pre-Operative Information
Trabeculectomy Pre-Operative Information
(.pdf 75Kb)Urology
Trans-Urethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT)
Removal of a tumour from inside the bladder.
(.pdf 150Kb)Urology
Trans-Urethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
An operation to relieve the symptoms of bladder outflow obstruction.
(.pdf 46Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Transition to the Adult Gastroenterology Team
Information explaining about the transition process of your care to the adult gastroenterology team.
(.pdf 47Kb)Urology
Transrectal Prostatic Ultrasound & Biopsies
The ultrasound scan is an aid to diagnosis, it helps to find out if there is anything wrong with your prostate gland.
(.pdf 39Kb)
Treatment Advice Line for patients on Biologic Treatment
General advice about biologics/rheumatology treament
(.pdf 40Kb)Gynaecology
Treatment of Heavy Periods with a Mirena
Treatment of Heavy Periods with a Mirena
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(.pdf 51Kb)Radiology
Ultrasound Scan Information
This leaflet explains what is involved when having an ultrasound scan.
(.pdf 71Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Understanding the Glycaemic Index
The Glycaemic Index (GI) is a measure of how quickly foods are digested and how quickly they release sugar into the bloodstream
(.pdf 56Kb)Urology
Ureteroscopic Stone Removal
Ureteroscopic stone removal -surgery to remove a stone from the bladder or kidney.
(.pdf 56Kb)General Information
Ureteroscopic Stone Removal
Ureteroscopy is the use of an instrument called a ureteroscope which is used to remove a stone that has become lodged in the ureter or the kidney.
(.pdf 38Kb)Gynaecology
Urinary Stress Incontinence
Information and advice about the range of treatments available.
(.pdf 33Kb)Gynaecology
Urodynamic Study
A test to find the cause of urinary symptoms or bladder problems.
(.pdf 36Kb)Norfolk Physiology Unit
Urodynamics Tests - Information for Young Patients and Families
Bladder and urinary tract tests and investigations for children.
(.pdf 44Kb)Paediatric Medicine
Use of Propranolol for Capillary Haemangioma of Infancy
A treatment to help reduce capillary haemangiomas (often called a birthmark).
(.pdf 49Kb)Pregnancy
Using Water for Labour and Birth
Information for women choosing to labour/or give birth in water either at home or hospital.
(.pdf 142Kb)Radiology
Uterine Artery Embolisation
Fibroid Embolisation is a relatively new way of treating fibroids. Its an effective alternative to an operation.
(.pdf 36Kb)Gynaecology
Uterine Endometrial Ablation Treatment
Uterine Endometrial Ablation Treatment - surgical procedure for the treatment of heavy periods.
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(.pdf 110Kb)Pregnancy
Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Section
If you have previously given birth by caesarean section, this leaflet will help you to make an informed decision, with involvement of your obstetrician and midwife, about how best to give birth next time.
(.pdf 48Kb)Thoracic Surgery
Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
Keyhole surgery where investigations can be performed to identify, diagnose and treat many types of chest and lung problems.
(.pdf 40Kb)Speech and Language Therapy
Videofluoroscopy
A moving X-ray to diagnose patients with swallowing difficulties.
(.pdf 127Kb)Speech and Language Therapy
Videofluoroscopy (Easy Read Version)
A moving X-ray to diagnose patients with swallowing difficulties.
(.pdf 64Kb)Ophthalmology
Visual Field Defect (Homonymous Hemianopia)
Visual Field Defect (Homonymous Hemianopia) Information for Stroke Patients)
(.pdf 66Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Vitamins & Minerals - Zinc Content of Foods
General information to help you make the recommended changes to your diet.
(.pdf 44Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Vitamins and Minerals - Calcium Content of Foods
Calcium - dietary advice sheet gives some general information to help understand the calcium content of food.
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(.pdf 36Kb)Clinical Investigation Unit
Water Deprivation Test
Water Deprivation Test - a test to establish production of pituitary hormone.
(.pdf 80Kb)Nutrition and Dietetics (Adults)
Weight Reducing - Dietary Tips to Help You with Your Weight Loss
Weight Loss - dietary advice and tips on losing weight.
(.pdf 45Kb)Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Other Languages... Welcome to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Information to help you while your baby is in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
(.pdf 46Kb)Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Welcome to Room 3 (Special Care Nursery)
(Available in other languages)
Information about the Special Care Nursery
(.pdf 81Kb)Pregnancy
What Can I Do If My Baby is Breech?
What Can I Do If My Baby is Breech?
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 959Kb)Thoracic Surgery
What to expect when going home following an oesophagectomy operation
Answers to common questions.
(.pdf 970Kb)Thoracic Surgery
What to expect when going home following a gastrectomy operation
Answers to common questions.
(.pdf 40Kb)Oncology
Who are the Hospital Specialist Palliative Care Team
Specialist Palliative Care Team
(.pdf 82Kb)Audiology
Why does my child dislike loud sounds (Hyperacusis)
A dislike of sounds, sometimes termed "Hyperacusis"
(.pdf 150Kb)Pregnancy
Wrist and Hand Pain During and After Pregnancy
Information about Wrist and Hand Pain During and After Pregnancy.
(.pdf 110Kb)Physiotherapy
Wrist Fracture
Information to assist you in returning back to normal following your wrist fracture.
Currently Under Review
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(.pdf 303Kb)Paediatric Surgery
Your child's general anaesthetic
Information about general anaesthesia for parents and carers of children.
Currently Under Review
(.pdf 3004Kb)Radiology
Your CT Scan - child friendly information
The CT Scanner uses X-rays which make a picture on the computer screen and shows what is going on inside your body.
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