Gastroscopy (OGD) and flexible sigmoidoscopy explained
What to expect when you attend Endoscopy for two separate investigations to investigate the upper gastrointestinal tract and the left hand side of your bowel at a single appointment
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Patient Information Leaflets
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Gastroscopy (OGD) explained
Information about a gastroscopy – aka oesophago-gastro duodenoscopy - explains what is involved and what the possible risks are
Read moreGastroscopy with sedation aftercare advice
Advice following a gastroscopy – an examination of your gullet and stomach - with sedation
Read moreGastroscopy with stent insertion aftercare advice
Advice following a gastroscopy – an examination of your gullet and stomach with a stent inserted
Read moreGastroscopy with throat spray aftercare advice
Advice following a gastroscopy – an examination of your gullet and stomach
Read moreGeneral Surgical Unit discharge
Aims to answer your questions about leaving the General Surgical Unit (GSU)
Read moreGenetic testing for hereditary cancer
Explains why a clinician has recommended you have genetic testing because they suspect your cancer could have been caused by a genetic mutation (harmful change) or that you may be at risk of developing a further cancer due to a genetic mutation
Read moreGeniculate Artery Embolism (GAE) of the knee
Explains what happens during GAE treatment to reduce the pain, inflammation and symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee
Read moreGenital herpes in pregnancy: RCOG information
This information is for you if you are pregnant and want to know about genital herpes and pregnancy. The links takes you to the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists website.
Read moreGeographic tongue
Explains possible forthcoming treatment and contains answers to many of the commonly asked questions
Read moreGestational diabetes
Information produced by Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire & Berkshire West Local Maternity Network Services (BOB LMNS)
Read moreGet Up, Get Dressed and Get Moving
Advice on avoiding “deconditioning” while you are in hospital - being inactive can lead to physical decline
Read moreGetting back to normal
Tips on how to take an active part in your rehabilitation and will help to reduce the risk of falls, blood clots, infections and / or pressure ulcers
Read moreGetting involved with a loved one's care (Leading Together Programme)
Explains how you can offer support alongside the ward nursing team, in the best way possible for you and the patient
Read moreGetting ready for elective (planned) surgery (not hip)
Advice on how to get yourself and your home ready for when you leave hospital after an elective (planned) operation
Read moreGetting the best results from your gastric band
Gives dietary advice following your bariatric (weight loss) surgery
Read moreGetting to know your newborn
This is a link to the NHS website and gives you information on what to expect following the birth of your baby/babies and explains the routine tests carried out immediately after their birth.
Read moreGiving birth following baby loss in mid and late pregnancy
The purpose of this information is to guide you through the next steps and what to expect when you come in to give birth to your baby. Please telephone 0118 322 7303 at any time if you have any questions or concerns.
Read moreGlaucoma Digital Evaluation Clinic
For patients who have been referred to the Glaucoma Digital Evaluation Clinic - outlines how the service works and what to expect during your initial visit and afterwards
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