Archive: Gastroenterology

This booklet will explain to you the procedure that you are going to have, and the care required for your radiologically inserted gastrostomy (RIG) after it is placed. What...

Introduction This booklet aims to provide you with information about your PEG tube. It explains what the procedure is, how it is performed, and gives aftercare advice. If you...

What is a patient-initiated follow-up appointment? A patient initiated follow up (PIFU for short) allows you to arrange follow up appointments as and when you need them. This puts...

Diagram of the endoscopy procedure You have been advised to have a procedure known as Banding of Oesophageal Varices or Injection Sclerotherapy. This procedure requires your formal consent. This...

Introduction You have been advised by your hospital doctor to have a procedure known as an EMR. This procedure requires your formal consent. This booklet has been written to...

What is Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)? AKI is also known as acute renal failure. If you have AKI it means your kidneys have suddenly stopped working properly. It is...

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Why am I being treated with this medicine? Ciclosporin (cyclosporin, also known as Neoral) is used to attempt to induce remission in acute severe ulcerative colitis. It is used...

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