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Patient Information Leaflets
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Cataract extraction and lens implantation aftercare advice
For patients who have had cataract surgery and lens implantation - offers advice on caring for your eye immediately after surgery
Cataract surgery FAQ
For patients considering a cataract surgery and answers some of the most frequently asked questions that patients and relatives have about the procedure
Cataracts and cataract surgery
Explains what cataracts are and what the operation involves
Catheter ablation for cardiac arrrythmias
Explains what having catheter ablation for cardiac arrythmias entails and what you can expect before, during and after the procedure
Catheter removal following radical prostatectomy
Explains what happens when you return to hospital to have a urinary catheter removed following an operation to remove the prostate
Catheter-free Bravo 48-hour pH testing
Explains what happens during a catheter free Bravo 48 hour pH test - to monitor the frequency and duration of gastro oesophageal reflux
Caudal epidural steroid injection
Explains what happens during a procedure to inject a corticosteroid drug into your back
Caversham Ward welcome
Ward routines, facilities and contact details
Central serous retinopathy (CSR)
Information about the eye condition called Central Serous Retinopathy and how it can be treated / managed
Cerebral Palsy (Spasticity Management Service)
Explains the causes, symptoms and treatment of Cerebral Palsy, and tells you where to get help
Cervical cautery
This leaflet aims to help women having a cautery to the cervix (neck of the womb).
Cervical disc replacement advice and exercises
Advice for patients who have had cervical disc replacement - designed to help you get back to full fitness as quickly as possible after your operation
Cervical epidural injection
Outlines what to expect during cervical epidural injection treatment in the Pain Management Unit at the Royal Berkshire Hospital
Cervical facet joint injection
An injection of local anaesthetic and steroid anti-inflammatory around the little joints at the back of the bony frame of the spine in your neck
Cervical facet joint radiofrequency denervation
A procedure by which the nerve supply to the little joints at the back of the bony frame of the spine in your neck is burnt with the help of a needle and electricity
Cervical fusion advice and exercises
Advice and exercises following cervical fusion - an operation to join two or more bones in your neck together
Cervical nerve root block
Outlines what to expect during cervical nerve root block treatment in the Pain Management Unit at the Royal Berkshire Hospital
Cervical polypectomy
This leaflet gives you advice and information about having a cervical polypectomy (removal of polyps from the neck of the womb).
Cervical stitch (RCOG)
This information is for you if you want to know about having a cervical stitch, which is also called cervical cerclage. The link takes you to the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists website.
Chalazion (Meibomian cyst or stye)
Explains what a chalazion is and how it is managed