Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. 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 require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Coronary Angiogram (Cardiac Catheterisation) – Information for Patients
Introduction This leaflet gives you information about the diagnostic test known as a coronary angiogram (or cardiac catheterisation) and explains what is involved. 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 this you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Coronary Angioplasty – Information for Patients
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you information about the procedure known as angioplasty. 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 require further … Read More
Pacemaker Implantation
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. 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 require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Electrophysiology Studies (EPS) and Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Procedures
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. 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 require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Information for Patients undergoing Insertion of Pacemakers, Defibrillators, Reveal Loop Device Recorders and Box Changes for all Devices
Welcome to Cardiology Day Ward, we want your stay to be as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Please let the staff know any requirements you may need during your stay. Telephone Numbers: Cardiology Day Ward tel: 01482 461518 / tel: 01482 461517 Ward 26: tel: 01482 461612 Ward 27: tel: 01482 461621 / tel: 01482 461618 Ward 28: tel: 01482 … Read More
Advice Following Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you information about your defibrillator (ICD) implant procedure. It is not meant to replace discussion between you and your doctor. If after reading it, you require further explanation please discuss this with a member of the healthcare team. Wound care There may be some discomfort at first, near where the defibrillator has … Read More
Advice Following Pacemaker Generator Box Change
Introduction This advice sheet has been produced to give you information about your pacemaker generator box change procedure. It is not meant to replace discussion between you and the healthcare team. If after reading it, you require further explanation please discuss this with a member of the healthcare team. Wound Care There may be some discomfort at first, near where … Read More
Loop Recorder Implantation
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. 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 require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Amiodarone Treatment – What you need to know
INTRODUCTION This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your Amiodarone treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please … Read More