Implantable catheter port system (Port-a-cath) insertion and removal
Information to help you understand what an implantable port or Port-a-Cath is, why they are used and what is involved when you have one placed or removed
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Patient Information Leaflets
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In utero transfer - what does this mean?
If baby is likely to be born very prematurely, you may need to move to a specialist neonatal unit at another hospital. This is known as ‘in utero transfer’. The link takes you to Tommys.org website
Read moreIn vitro fertilisation (IVF)
This information is for women who have been offered treatment for fertility problems with in vitro fertilisation (IVF)
Read moreIncomplete emptying of the bladder
Tells you about things you can do to help you to fully empty your bladder
Read moreIndirect cystogram (IDC) scan for children
A nuclear medicine scan which is performed immediately after a Renogram (kidney scan)
Read moreInduction of labour (IOL)
This leaflet explains what induction of labour is, why it may be needed, what the risks and benefits are, and what to expect if you are induced. It is hoped that this leaflet will help you make an informed decision about having an induction of labour.
Read moreIndwelling pleural catheter insertion
For patients who are to undergo the insertion of an indwelling pleural catheter (IPC) for the management of their pleural effusion (collection of fluid around the lungs)
Read moreInfant feeding protocol: Parents guide
The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (RBFT) supports the rights of all parents to make an informed choice about infant feeding.
Read moreInfant feeding: How can I tell bottle feeding is going well?
Useful information on how to tell if bottle feeding is going and what to do if you have any concerns about your babys feeding patterns.
Read moreInfant feeding: How can I tell if breastfeeding is going well?
Useful information on how breast feeding is going and what to do if you have any concerns about your babys feeding patterns based on UNICEF recommendations.
Read moreInfant hip instability early management
For parents and carers of babies with possible hip dysplasia (infant hip instability or acetabulum immaturity) - aims to guide you in the early care of your baby’s hips once you are at home
Read moreInfective conjunctivitis (Adults and Children)
Gives advice on how to care for your eye at home
Read moreInfective endocarditis in children
Explains what infective endocarditis is, how it can be prevented and how it is treated / managed
Read moreInferior Vena Cava (IVC) filter insertion aftercare advice
Advice following insertion of a device to reduce the risk of blood clots from deep veins in the legs or pelvis moving to the lungs
Read moreInflammatory arthritis - Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs)
Explains how Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) can help you, and us, monitor your Inflammatory Arthritis (IA)
Read moreInflammatory Arthritis (IA) - What now checklist
Outlines what to expect next following your initial appointment with the doctor - for patients being investigated for (or who have been diagnosed with) inflammatory arthritis
Read moreInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) dietary advice
Dietary advice for those with Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis
Read moreInformation for parents of babies born at around 25 weeks gestation
Information from the regional network for parents of babies born around 25 weeks gestation.
Read moreInformation for parents of babies born early around 22 to 24 weeks
Information from the regional network for parents of babies born between 22 to 24 weeks gestation.
Read moreInformation for people newly diagnosed with lung cancer
Information and contact numbers for patients newly diagnosed with lung cancer
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