Service: Cardiology

Transthoracic echocardiography

Date: 02/04/2025

Please read this information carefully ahead of your procedure. It provides details about the procedure, the preparation required and after-care guidance. What is an Echocardiogram? An echocardiogram is a diagnostic […]

Amiodarone therapy

Date: 16/05/2024

Find out more about your medication, why you need to take it and the possible side effects you may have. View/download the Amiodarone therapy online pdf. This information is provided […]

Heart failure diary

Date: 20/06/2022

A short guide to help you manage your heart condition. What is heart failure? Heart failure is where the heart is not pumping as well as it should. It is […]

Implantable cardioverter defibrillator and cardiac resynchronisation therapy defibrillator

Date: 27/04/2022

Find out more about these devices which monitor your heart rate and rhythm.

Transoesophageal echocardiography

Date: 06/05/2021

Find out more about this test which allows us to take detailed, moving images of your heart using ultrasound.

Pacemaker guide for patients

Date: 06/05/2021

Find out more about why you may need a pacemaker and how we fit them.

Medicines for your heart

Date: 06/05/2021

Who to contact for advice about your medication and when you should take it.

Cardiac Ward – Ward 2A

Date: 18/04/2021