Radiofrequency ablation with avulsions of varicose veins
Treating varicose veins with a procedure to shrinks and seals damaged veins by applying heat to the wall of the vein using a catheter
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Patient Information Leaflets
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Radioiodine treatment for hyperthyroidism
Explains what radioiodine treatment entails for the treatment of an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism)
Read moreRadiological procedures under sedation
What to expect when you have sedation for a procedure in Radiology
Read moreRadiologically inserted gastrostomy (RIG tube) aftercare advice
Advice following a procedure to insert a feeding tube (gastrostomy) through the abdominal wall into the stomach using X-ray guidance
Read moreRadiology examination results
Explains the process of getting your results following an examination in the Radiology (X-ray) Department at the Royal Berkshire Hospital
Read moreRadiology procedure under a general anaesthetic
Explains what to expect if you are having a general anaesthetic for a procedure in the Radiology (X-ray) Department
Read moreRadiology Team
Information to help distinguish between the different staff members you may meet at your appointment and to understand their role in your care
Read moreRadiotherapy at the Berkshire Cancer Centre - general information and FAQ
What to expect when having radiotherapy treatment at the Berkshire Cancer Centre - aims to answer some commonly asked questions
Read moreRadiotherapy for bladder cancer
Explains what you can expect during and after your treatment and gives general advice and information
Read moreRadiotherapy for brain tumours
What you can expect during and after your treatment and gives some general advice and information
Read moreRadiotherapy for breast cancer
What you can expect during and after your treatment and some general advice and information
Read moreRadiotherapy for cancer of the breast and lymph nodes
What you can expect during and after your treatment and some general advice and information
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What you can expect during and after your treatment and gives some general advice and information
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What you can expect during and after your treatment and gives some general advice and information
Read moreRadiotherapy Planning Department
Gives information about the Radiotherapy Planning Department and your appointment with us
Read moreRadiotherapy to the head and neck
Information for patients beginning radiotherapy treatment for head and neck cancers
Read moreRadiotherapy to the pelvis for anal and rectal tumours
What you can expect during and after treatment, and general advice and information
Read moreRadiotherapy to the pelvis for gynaecological cancers
Explains what you can expect during and after your treatment and gives you some general advice and information
Read moreRadiotherapy to the skin on the Superficial Treatment Unit
How to care for your skin during radiotherapy treatment on the Superficial Treatment Unit
Read moreRadium 223 for treatment of bone metastases from prostate cancer
Explains what happens when you have been referred for Radium 223 treatment – an effective treatment for bone pain in patients with bone metastases from prostate cancer
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