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… What is an ambulatory blood pressure monitor? This is a simple recording of your blood pressure that requires you to wear a cuff on your arm and a small box on a belt around your waist. You will wear this …
… Cell salvage What is cell salvage? Cell salvage is a method of collecting blood you have lost during an … blood can then be given back to you if the doctor thinks a blood transfusion is required. It is sometimes called … blood transfusion (using your own blood). Cell salvage is a technique that is well established in many types of surgery …
… for an operation. Anaemia, with the associated risk of a blood transfusion during/after an operation, is associated … The IV iron will be given as an slow injection through a cannula (plastic tube) inserted into your hand/arm; the … Irritation or mild infection at site of injection There is a 1 in 10 chance of leaking of iron into the skin at the site …
… Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPEX) What is a CPEX test? A Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPEX, also … Feel free to answer ask questions on the day. We will do our best to make you feel safe and well-cared for during your … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Contact …
… swollen lymph nodes when you have had an infection like a Do I have cancer in my lymph nodes? Normally when a lump is … 5NB The drop-in centre offers a variety of activities and services. For more information phone 0117 414 7051 or ask … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. It's okay to …
… (csDMARDs) for early inflammatory arthritis This page is a guide to help you understand some of the current treatments … can also be arranged to help with a flare up by calling our advice line service. You may be brought in to our medical day case unit to receive a methylprednisolone …
… will help with any questions you may have after sustaining a burn or scald. First aid Run the burn or scald under cool … to stop further damage to the skin. Cover the burn with a damp, clean cloth or clothing, you can also use loosely … Gate 35: 0117 4145100 or 0117 4145101 Related links Our Hospitals … This information will help with any …
… How to treat a chest wall injury This page provides information for … wall injuries often take several weeks to get better. As a rough guide, a patient with one broken/bruised rib can … Gate 35: 0117 4145100 or 0117 4145101 Related links Our Hospitals … This page provides information for patients …
… as ligaments, tendons or muscles. This is often called a sprain and it is a common injury. In order to help the natural healing … Gate 35: 0117 4145100 or 0117 4145101 Related links Our Hospitals … Following injury, your wrist may be swollen, …
… North Bristol NHS Trust North Bristol NHS Trust provides a comprehensive seven bedded Adult Burns Unit specialising in … There are a number of hotels and bed and breakfasts near our hospitals where family and visitors can stay. Please … whether you are able to have ongoing support from social services. These services can take some time to arrange and …