Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about defibrillator (ICD) implantation. 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
Medical Treatment of Retained Products of Conception
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. Most of your questions should have been answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor, or nurse, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further … Read More
Reducing your risk of infection whilst on chemotherapy – Vaccination of your household contacts
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment/procedure/condition. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet/booklet. 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 discuss … Read More
‘Urgent Suspected Cancer’ Referral to Hospital – Information for Patients
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your ‘Urgent Suspected Cancer’ (USC) referral to this hospital. 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 … Read More
Information about your X-ray/Scan
As part of your assessment today, you had an X-ray or scan. This has been reviewed by one of the Emergency Department practitioners, who has assessed it as normal. However, we have a safety system in place at Hull where all X-rays and scans from the Emergency Department are reviewed again by radiologists (X-ray specialists) within a few days. If … Read More
Specialist Continence and Pelvic Floor Service
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about this service. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with a member of the healthcare team caring … Read More
Nebuliser Information Leaflet
Introduction You have just been issued with a nebuliser compressor. This leaflet provides you with information on how to use and care for your machine and also includes useful telephone numbers and addresses for you to contact should you need any more advice. Your nebuliser will need to be exchanged annually for servicing. You will find a sticker on your … Read More