Archives: Patient Information Leaflets

Collecting a 24-hour urine specimen

Date: 20/09/2023

Your doctor has requested some tests that require the collection of a 24-hour urine sample. It is important that this is done as described below so that the correct results […]

Undergoing major ear surgery

Date: 20/09/2023

This information provides advice and instructions which you should follow after having had major ear surgery. General advice After any surgery (especially under general anaesthetic) it is not advisable to […]

Sweat test

Date: 19/09/2023

Read our guide below to help you understand about sweat tests. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the right. What […]

Heart murmur in newborn babies – information for parents

Date: 19/09/2023 Community paediatrics, Paediatrics,

Read our guide below to help you understand about your baby’s heart murmur. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the […]

Routine pregnancy testing before treatment

Date: 18/09/2023 Community paediatrics, Paediatrics,

Read our guide below to help you understand about routine pregnancy testing for young people. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link […]

When your child has croup

Date: 29/08/2023

Read our guide below to help you understand what to do when your child has croup. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the […]

Totally implanted central venous access device (portacath)

Date: 11/08/2023

You have been advised that the most effective way for you to get your treatment is through a totally implanted venous access device called a portacath or port. What is […]

Peripheral intravenous (IV) midline catheter (adults only)

Date: 09/08/2023

You have been advised that the most effective way for you to get your treatment is through a peripheral device called a midline catheter. What is a midline? It’s a […]

Reducing your risk of blood clots (venous thrombosis) during pregnancy and after birth

Date: 09/08/2023

View patient information on Reducing your risk of blood clots (venous thrombosis) during pregnancy and after birth

Neck surgery

Date: 27/07/2023

Read our guide below about having neck surgery. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the right. This information will help […]