Consultant in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care
Year joined the Trust 2014 Academic Background Consultant in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care GMC Number 6036281 Year
Biopsies
A biopsy is where a small sample of tissue, or amount of cells is taken from your body, to be examined under a microscope. This will help the medical team to determine whether a
This information is in addition to the instructions you have already received for bowel preparation, please follow the instructions for bowel preparation carefully.
As a diabetic patient you are
If the oesophagus (gullet) gets narrowed, you may find swallowing food and fluids becomes difficult. The oesophageal stent is a metal, mesh-like tube that can be placed at the site of the
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Colonoscopy
If you are having a colonoscopy you will need to take a solution to completely clear your bowel before the procedure.
The
To minimise discomfort during this procedure, there are two options available:
Throat Spray The test can usually be performed using a spray to numb the throat, many hospitals carry out all their
You will be required to fast for this procedure, you MUST NOT EAT OR DRINK FOR 6 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT TIME. Failure to do this may result in cancellation on the day.
On admission the
Prior to the day of your procedure, you will have a pre-assessment (usually by telephone). The nurse will ask you a number of questions about your health to ensure you are able to prepare safely
You will be offered pain relief for this procedure, there are two options available:
Conscious Sedation and Analgesia – Sedation is given via a cannula and helps to relax you but it does not put
You will be offered pain relief for this procedure, there are two options available:
Conscious Sedation and Analgesia – Sedation is given via a cannula and helps to relax you but it does not
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