Octreotide scan as an outpatient
A nuclear medicine test involving radiation to visualise abnormalities in the body’s neuro-endocrine system
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Patient Information Leaflets
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Oesophageal cancer treatment options
What is likely to happen if you have been diagnosed with a suspected cancer of the oesophagus (gullet)
Read moreOesophageal cancer: Having a stent to help with swallowing
What is likely to happen if you have been diagnosed with a suspected cancer of the oesophagus
Read moreOesophageal dilatation
A procedure to stretch the gullet to allow you to eat and drink better
Read moreOesophageal dilatation aftercare advice
Advice following an oesophageal dilatation– a stretch of your gullet
Read moreOesophageal emptying study as an outpatient
Test to evaluate oesophageal emptying, reflux or hold up with the passage of food to the stomach
Read moreOesophageal manometry tests
Explains what happens during an oesophageal manometry test and how to prepare for it
Read moreOesophageal stent
Procedure to insert a metal mesh hollow tube into the oesophagus called a stent - to help to hold open any narrowing or blockage
Read moreOesophageal stent: Dietary advice following insertion of a stent
Information on what an oesophageal stent is, why you may need one, and what diet you will need to follow after the stent is placed
Read moreOesophagectomy dietary advice
Advice on managing your diet following surgery on your oesophagus (gullet)
Read moreOlder adults in Clinical Research studies
Explains what research is, the importance of research in older adults and how you or your relative can get involved
Read moreOndansetron in pregnancy
This link takes you to an external website which provides information on medicines which may be prescribed in pregnancy. One of these is Ondansetron which is commonly prescribed as an anti-sickness drug. Your midwife or consultant will be able to help with any questions you might have so please ask at your next appointment.
Read moreOne anastamosis mini gastric bypass surgery (OAGB)
Explains what a ‘one anastamosis (mini) gastric bypass’ also known as OAGB surgery involves, including risks and benefits
Read moreOne Stop Urology Clinic welcome
This leaflet explains what to expect on your first visit to the One Stop Urology Clinic at the Royal Berkshire Hospital.
Read moreOperation under local anaesthetic
Information about surgery under a local anaesthetic - an injection which numbs a small part of your body
Read moreOpioid Therapy
Information for people being started on, or already taking, a medicine known as a strong opioid for pain relief.
Read moreOral (mouth) biopsy
Explains possible forthcoming treatment and contains answers to many of the commonly asked questions
Read moreOral Food Challenge (OFC)
Explains what you need to know when your child is referred for an Oral Food Challenge (OFC)
Read moreOral frictional hyperkeratosis (FK)
Explains possible forthcoming treatment and contains answers to many of the commonly asked questions
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