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Patient Information Leaflets
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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
Asymptomatic retinal detachment
Aims to answer some of your questions about asymptomatic retinal detachment and surgery to repair it
At the end of your radiotherapy treatment
Aims to answer some of the questions patients and their families may have on completion of radiotherapy treatment and to advise you on what to expect over the next few weeks, particularly ongoing side effects
Atrial flutter ablation
What having ablation to correct an atrial flutter entails and what you can expect before, during and after the procedure
Atropine 1% drops for refraction
Instructions and advice on using the atropine eye drops given to you for your child’s next orthoptic appointment
Atropine 1% treatment for amblyopia
Explains how to use Atropine drops to treat amblyopia (lazy eye) and what the possible side effects are
Audiology advice for care homes
Advice for care homes on the role of Audiology and useful information and contacts
Audiology multi-professional team
Tells you about the professionals that work with you to support your child and their hearing