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Patient Information Leaflets
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Apraxia of speech (verbal dyspraxia)
Explains what apraxia of speech is, how it may affect you, and what help and support is available for patients with apraxia
Aquacel surgical dressing following hip surgery
How the dressing works, how to care for it and when to have it changed following orthopaedic surgery
Aquacel surgical dressing following knee surgery
How the dressing works, how to care for it and when to have it changed following orthopaedic surgery
Arcuate keratotomy surgery
Information about AK surgery - creation of a pair of curved, partial thickness cuts in the cornea to balance the corneal shape and reduce astigmatism
Are we expecting you? Emergency Department (A&E) advice
Information for ‘expected’ patients visiting the Emergency Department (A&E) - explains what that means and what happens next
Areola micropigmentation
Explains type of semi-permanent colour (cosmetic tattoo) applied to breast skin to recreate colour and shape of the nipple areola after breast reconstruction
Areola micropigmentation aftercare advice
Explains how to care for your areola micropigmentation (nipple tattoo)
Argon plasma coagulation (APC)
A heat treatment to seal bleeding vessels or destroy abnormal areas or tumour tissue in the lining of the gut.
Arterial embolisation of uterine fibroids
Explains why this procedure is performed, what it entails and the benefits and risks
Arterio venous (AV) fistula
Information to help you understand what a fistula is, how it is used and how to care for your fistula after it has been created for haemodialysis
Arthrogram
What to expect during an arthrogram – an examination of your joints
Arthroscopic (keyhole) or open anterior stabilisation advice and exercises
Advice for patients who have had an arthroscopic (keyhole) or open operation to stabilise the shoulder at the front (anterior)
Arthroscopic (keyhole) or open posterior stabilisation advice and exercises
Advice for patients who have had an arthroscopic (keyhole) or open operation to stabilise the shoulder at the back (posterior)
Arthroscopic capsular release (ACR) / Hydrodilatation / Manipulation under anaesthetic (MUA) advice and exercises
Advice and exercises following ACR / hydrodilatation /MUA surgery for frozen shoulder
Arthroscopic subacromial decompression
Information to help you gain the maximum benefit and understanding of your operation, including acromioclavicular joint excision, excision calcific deposit and long head of biceps tenotomy
Artificial eye care
Information for patients who have been fitted with an artificial eye - gives advice on how to care for the eye
Artificial urinary sphincter surgery
Information about artificial urinary sphincter surgery to treat your urinary incontinence
Assessment in the Virtual Fracture Clinic
Explains how Virtual Fracture Clinic appointments work
Assisted vaginal birth (ventouse or forceps): RCOG information
This information is for you if you wish to know more about assisted vaginal birth (also known as operative vaginal birth). An assisted vaginal birth is when a healthcare professional uses specially designed instruments to help you give birth to your baby. The link takes you to the RCOG website.
Asthma and the voice
Explains how you can look after your voice if you have asthma