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Patient Information Leaflets
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Coccyx pain during pregnancy: Physio advice
This leaflet is designed to help you if you are experiencing coccyx (base of spine) pain during pregnancy.
Coccyx pain following childbirth: Physio advice
This leaflet is designed to help you if you are experiencing coccyx (base of spine) pain following the birth of your baby/babies.
Cochlear implants
Explains what a cochlear implant is, who is suitable for one and the advantages and disadvantages for those considering cochlear implant surgery
Coeliac plexus block
An injection of local anaesthetic and steroid anti-inflammatory around the bundle of nerves that supplies sensation to the bowel
Cognitive communication disorder (CCD)
Explains what CCD is, how it may affect you, and what help and support is available for patients with CCD
Cognitive Therapy thought record
A record to help you document your feelings and consider how to harness positive thoughts and let go of negative thoughts
Coil (IUD) retrieval
Explains what to expect when you come into hospital to have your contraceptive coil removed
Coil fitting and removal - pain relief
Explains what pain relief is available, if you need it, before having a contraceptive coil fitted or removed
Coil string checking - Guide to checking your IUD or IUS is in place
Advice on checking the string on your IUD or IUS, to make sure the coil remains in the correct position
Collecting your baby from the mortuary
This leaflet is for any parents who wish to collect their baby from the hospital mortuary themselves.
Colonic dilatation
Dilatation (widening) of the colon or rectum (large bowel)
Colonic stent insertion aftercare advice
Advice following a procedure to insert a metal tube into the colon at the point of blockage to relieve an obstruction
Colonoscopy aftercare advice
Advice following colonoscopy – an examination of your lower bowel
Colonoscopy explained
Tells you about having an investigation of your bowel - explains what is involved and what the possible risks are
Colonoscopy for bowel cancer screening
Explains what is involved in a bowel screening colonoscopy and what the possible risks are
Colorectal and anal cancer multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
Information about the multidisciplinary team (MDT) involved in your care at the Royal Berkshire Hospital
Colostomy dietary advice
Dietary advice for patients with a newly formed stoma
Colposcopy - what is it?
This leaflet answers the most commonly asked questions about colposcopy. If you have any questions not covered in this leaflet, staff will be able to advise you.
Colposcopy aftercare
Advice following your biopsy.
Combined scan clinic
You have been referred to the combined ultrasound and paediatric clinic so we can make a plan for the birth of your baby.