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A - Z of leaflets by department order
Please make sure you've read our visiting information before attending our hospital sites.
Please note that the email for the PALS department has changed to westherts.pals@nhs.net and we are currently updating leaflets.
A
Ambulatory Care
Ambulatory Care Unit - PDF document opens in a new window
Ambulatory Care Unit Telephone clinic - PDF document opens in a new window
Anaesthetics
Intravenous sedation for dental patients - PDF document opens in a new window
Audiology
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B
Blood Clinic
Blood transfusion
Blood Clinic - PDF document opens in a new window
Please see Haematology
C
Cancer (Oncology) Services
Open Access Follow-up Treatment for Breast Cancer - PDF document opens in a new window
Colorectal Cancer - PDF document opens in a new window
Non-Specific Symptoms Pathway - PDF document opens in a new window
Support for self managed follow-up for breast cancer - PDF document opens in a new window
Support for self-managed follow-up for prostate cancer - PDF document opens in a new window
Direct Electrical Cardioversion (DCCV) - PDF document opens in a new window
Electrophysiology studies (EP) and catheter ablation - PDF document opens in a new window
Atrial Flutter Ablation - PDF document opens in a new window
Atrial Fibrillation Ablation - PDF document opens in a new window
Complaints and PALS - PDF document opens in a new window
Cardiology
Complaints and PALS
D
Dermatology
Advice following skin surgery - PDF document opens in a new window
Advice following shave excision or curettage and cauter A5 - PDF document opens in a new window
Advice for patients after skin surgery - PDF document opens in a new window
Care after skin cancer treatment - PDF document opens in a new window
Cleasing baths for eczema - PDF document opens in a new window
Integrated Dermatology Service - PDF document opens in a new window
Oral zinc for warts - PDF document opens in a new window
Dermatology PIFU - PDF document opens in a new window
Teledermatology Servic) - PDF document opens in a new window
Topical Minoxidil for hair loss in woman - PDF document opens in a new window
Topical Minoxidil for hair loss in men - PDF document opens in a new window
Discharge Team
Going Home from Hospital (discharge) - PDF document opens in a new window
Diet after Surgery
Clear fluids diet - PDF document opens in a new window
Free Fluids - PDF document opens in a new window
Light Diet - PDF document opens in a new window
E
Emergency Department
Following your visit to ED - PDF document opens in a new window
Endoscopy
Procedure leaflets
21Endoscopic Ultrasound - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Bronchosopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Colonoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a colon capsule endoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having an ERCP - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Gastroscopy Endoscopic Ultrasound - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Gastroscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Gastroscopy and an Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Gastroscopy and Banding of Varices - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Argon Plasma Coagulation Therapy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having an OGD Insertion of Oesophageal Stent - PDF document opens in a new window
Having an OGD and an Insertion of Duodenal Stent - PDF document opens in a new window
Having an OGD and Colonoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having an Oesophageal Manometry and 24Hr pH Study - PDF document opens in a new window
Having an Oesophageal Manometry - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Colonoscopy Polypectomy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Oral Bowel Preparation - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Polypectomy - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Gastroscopy Banding of Varices - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Gastroscopy and Dilatation - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Transnasal Endoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Aftercare leaflets
Aftercare for Gastroscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Aftercare for Insertion of a Suprapubic Catheter - PDF document opens in a new window
Aftercare for Bronchoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Aftercare for ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio-Pancreatography) - PDF document opens in a new window
Aftercare for Colonoscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Aftercare Gastroscopy Endoscopic Ultrasound - PDF document opens in a new window
After Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Insertion Colonic Stent - PDF document opens in a new window
After care for Therapeutic Gastroscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Information leaflets
Advice sheet for patients with diabetes having bowel preparation - PDF document opens in a new window
Barrett's Oesophagus - PDF document opens in a new window
IBS Patient Information leaflet - PDF document opens in a new window
Iron Deficiency Anaemia - PDF document opens in a new window
F
Frailty
A guide to the frailty team - PDF document opens in a new window
The Frality Team - PDF document opens in a new window
G
Gastroenterology
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a colonoscopy - bowel cancer screening - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Capsule Sponge Test - PDF document opens in a new window
Managing a Crohns or Colitis flare up - PDF document opens in a new window
Gynaecology
Amniocentesis - PDF document opens in a new window
Body Mass Index - PDF document opens in a new window
Clomiphene citrate - PDF document opens in a new window
Choices of Management of Miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Ectopic Pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Endometriosis and Subfertility - PDF document opens in a new window
Expectant Management of Ectopic Pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Expectant management of miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Gynaecology Ambulatory Care Unit-GCAU - PDF document opens in a new window
Gynaecology Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) - A Patient Guide - PDF document opens in a new window
Hysteroscopy - Why do you need one - PDF document opens in a new window
Hysteroscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Information following a scan when it is unsure whether the pregnancy is ongoing - PDF document opens in a new window
Inpatient Hysteroscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Inserting a Word catheter to treat a Bartholin’s cyst or abscess - PDF document opens in a new window
Laparoscopy and Dye Test - PDF document opens in a new window
Laparoscopic Ovarian Diathermy (LOD) - PDF document opens in a new window
Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) for management of miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Medical Management of Miscarriage as an Inpatient - PDF document opens in a new window
Molar Pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Nausea and Vomiting during Pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Outpatient Hysteroscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
Outpatient Endometrial Ablation - PDF document opens in a new window
Outpatient Medical Management of Miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Outpatient Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) for management of miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Ovarian Cyste - PDF document opens in a new window
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) - PDF document opens in a new window
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Dietary Advice - PDF document opens in a new window
Pregnancy Loss Under 12 Weeks - PDF document opens in a new window
Pregnancy Loss Over 12 Weeks - PDF document opens in a new window
Pregnancy of unknown location - PDF document opens in a new window
Prolapse of the Uterus - PDF document opens in a new window
Outpatient Endometrial Ablation - PDF document opens in a new window
Outpatient Medical Management of Miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Recurrent miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Surgical Management of Miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
Surgical Management of Ectopic Pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Surgical Management of Retained Placental / Pregnancy Tissue - PDF document opens in a new window
What is a Threatened Miscarriage - PDF document opens in a new window
H
Haematology
Advice for patients following a blood transfusion - PDF document opens in a new window
Anticoagulant Clinics - PDF document opens in a new window
Macmillan Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialists - PDF document opens in a new window
Preventing blood clots - PDF document opens in a new window
Intra-operative cell salvage - PDF document opens in a new window
Intravenous Iron therapy for adults over 16 years - PDF document opens in a new window
Stopping Anticoagulation after DVT or PE - PDF document opens in a new window
You have received an unexpected transfusion - PDF document opens in a new window
Hepatology
Epclusa - PDF document opens in a new window
Direct Acting Antivirals Hepatitis C treatment - PDF document opens in a new window
Maviret - PDF document opens in a new window
New Hepatitis C Treatment - PDF document opens in a new window
Harvoni - PDF document opens in a new window
Zepatier - PDF document opens in a new window
J
K
L
Please note that the email for the PALS department has recently changed to westherts.pals@nhs.net. We are currently updating leaflets to include this.
M
Maternity
Anaemia in pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Eating for a healthy pregnancy with gestational diabetes - PDF document opens in a new window
Healthy Eating Guide for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes - PDF document opens in a new window
Medical Honey Simplified - PDF document opens in a new window
Preventing blood clots in pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Group B streptococcus infection in newborn babies - PDF document opens in a new window
Uterine Artery Doppler Ultrasound Measurements - PDF document opens in a new window
Caesarean section and enhanced recovery - PDF document opens in a new window
Your caesarean section and enhanced recovery - PDF document opens in a new window
Tongue tie - (ankyloglossia) - PDF document opens in a new window
Transitional Care Unit - PDF document opens in a new window
- LabourPains.org is a website that provides translations in 20 languages of reliable information from doctors, midwives and mothers on pain relief and anaesthesia choices for your baby’s birth’s birth
N
Neurology
Lumbar Puncture - PDF document opens in a new window
Nutrition and Dietetics
Colostomy Diet Sheet - PDF document opens in a new window
Dairy-free Super Shakes - PDF document opens in a new window
Diet and Liver disease - PDF document opens in a new window
Eating with an Oesophageal Stent - PDF document opens in a new window
High energy and protein liquid diet sheet - PDF document opens in a new window
Low Carbohydrate Snacks - PDF document opens in a new window<
Having a Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Tube - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a Radiologically Inserted Gastrostomy (RIG) Tube - PDF document opens in a new window
How to use a pump with your feeding tube - PDF document opens in a new window
Nausea and Vomiting during Pregnancy - PDF document opens in a new window
Plant-based, Vegetarian and Vegan Diets - PDF document opens in a new window
Suitable dairy alternatives - PDF document opens in a new window
The Low Oxalate Diet - PDF document opens in a new window
O
Ophthalmology
Laser Eye Treatment - PDF document opens in a new window
Ranibizumab biosimilar - PDF document opens in a new window
Pan retinal photocoagulation - PDF document opens in a new window
Orthopaedics
Balloon Kyphoplasty - PDF document opens in a new window
Carpal Tunnel Release - PDF document opens in a new window
Orthopaedic Surgergy Discharge / (De La Mere / Beckett) - PDF document opens in a new window
Oral and Maxillofacial Department
Intravenous (iv) sedation for dental procedures - PDF document opens in a new window
Removal of an impacted tooth - PDF document opens in a new window
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ) - PDF document opens in a new window
Wisdom Tooth Extraction) - PDF document opens in a new window
P
Palliative Care
Coping With End of Life in a Hospital Setting - PDF document opens in a new window
T 34 Syringe Pump - PDF document opens in a new window
Paediatrics
Deferred or optimal cord clamping for preterm babies - PDF document opens in a new window
Following a first seizure without a fever in children and young people - PDF document opens in a new window
Head injury or concussion - PDF document opens in a new window
Helping your child to swallow tablets - PDF document opens in a new window
Henoch Schonlein Purpura (HSP) - PDF document opens in a new window
Home glucose testing for Neonates on Diazoxide) - PDF document opens in a new window
Hydrogen Breath Test - PDF document opens in a new window
Integrated Children’s Asthma and Wheeze Service - PDF document opens in a new window
Paediatric Gastroscopy ODG - PDF document opens in a new window
Paediatric Sedation for CT or MRI scans - PDF document opens in a new window
Preventing blood clots in children and adolescents - PDF document opens in a new window
Positional Talipes Calcaneovalgus - PDF document opens in a new window
Preparation for discharge - PDF document opens in a new window
Rooming in on SCBU - PDF document opens in a new window
Support after discharge Community A5 - PDF document opens in a new window
Support after discharge - PDF document opens in a new window
Tongue Tie - PDF document opens in a new window
Your child's asthma - PDF document opens in a new window
What is Renal Pelvic Dilatation - PDF document opens in a new window
Wound Care - PDF document opens in a new window
Paediatric Allergies
Adrenaline Auto Injector – Epipen - PDF document opens in a new window
Adrenaline Auto Injector – Jext - PDF document opens in a new window
Adolescent Discharge from Children's Allergy Service - PDF document opens in a new window
Emergency allergy pack with antiheistamine - PDF document opens in a new window
Emergency allergy pack - PDF document opens in a new window
Emergency Allergy Pack with AAI - PDF document opens in a new window
Food challenge - PDF document opens in a new window
Negative Oral Food Challenge - PDF document opens in a new window
Positive Oral Food challenge - PDF document opens in a new window
Skin Prick Test Information Leaflet for Parents and Carers - PDF document opens in a new window
Paediatric diabetes
Accessing Urgent Diabetes Telephone Advice CYPD - PDF document opens in a new window
Adjusting Insulin Pump Doses - PDF document opens in a new window
Adjusting Insulin Doses - PDF document opens in a new window
Dexcom Clarity App - PDF document opens in a new window
DigiBete App - step-by-step guid e - PDF document opens in a new window
Dexcom G6 Follow App - PDF document opens in a new window
Dexcom G7 App - PDF document opens in a new window
Dexcom G7 Follow App - PDF document opens in a new window
Dexcom G7 Follow App - PDF document opens in a new window
Glooko Apps - PDF document opens in a new window
Insulin pump therapy - PDF document opens in a new window
Libre Apps - PDF document opens in a new window
Low Carbohydrate Snacks - PDF document opens in a new window
Sick Day Rules for Injection Therapy - PDF document opens in a new window
Sick Day Rules - Insulin Pump - PDF document opens in a new window
How to manage hyperglycaemia CYPD - PDF document opens in a new window
Management of Hypoglycaemia in children and young people with diabetes - PDF document opens in a new window
The use of Insulin Degludec (Tresiba) (Children and Young People) - PDF document opens in a new window
Diabetes Transition Clinic - PDF document opens in a new window
Diet Advice for Type 2 Diabetes - PDF document opens in a new window
Pancreatic cyst
- View a video on pancreatic cysts - PDF document opens in a new window
Pharmacy
Circadin [melatonin] Crushing Tips - PDF document opens in a new window
Denosumab (Prolia) Treatment of Osteoporosis - PDF document opens in a new window
Gentamicin Injection - PDF document opens in a new window
Giving lansoprazole orodispersible tablets to children - PDF document opens in a new window
Information for adult patients undergoing antibiotic treatment - PDF document opens in a new window
Medicines Supplied by Homecare - PDF document opens in a new window
Strong Opioids - PDF document opens in a new window
Physiotherapy
Acute Injury Management - PDF document opens in a new window
Ankle Fracture - PDF document opens in a new window
Ankle Spraint - PDF document opens in a new window
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (1142) - PDF document opens in a new window
Bladder Care advice - PDF document opens in a new window
Breast scar and cording management - PDF document opens in a new window
Contrast Bathing - PDF document opens in a new window
Physiotherapy Advice for Positional Talipes - PDF document opens in a new window
Fitting TLSO brace - sitting or standing - PDF document opens in a new window
Fitting TLSO brace lying - PDF document opens in a new window
Fitting TLSO brace - sitting or standing without bar - PDF document opens in a new window
Fitting TLSO brace - lying position no bar - PDF document opens in a new window
How to fit Cerivcal Collars sitting - PDF document opens in a new window
Gastrostomy feeding - PDF document opens in a new window
How to fit Cerivcal Collars lying - PDF document opens in a new window
Physiotherapy Following Spinal Discectomy - PDF document opens in a new window
Physiotherapy after spinal decompression - PDF document opens in a new window
Physiotherapy following your total knee replacement - PDF document opens in a new window
Physio following spinal decompression surgery - PDF document opens in a new window
Physio following Total Hip Replacement - PDF document opens in a new window
Rib fractures - PDF document opens in a new window
Soft Tissue Knee Injury - PDF document opens in a new window
Soft tissue shoulder injury - PDF document opens in a new window
Scar Management - PDF document opens in a new window
Spinal fusion - PDF document opens in a new window
Theraband Excercises - PDF document opens in a new window
Pelvic Physiotherapy Outpatient Service - PDF document opens in a new window
How to fit Cervical Collars sitting - PDF document opens in a new window
How to fit Cervical Collars lying - PDF document opens in a new window
Wrist Fracture - PDF document opens in a new window
Pre-operative Assessment
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Consent Form and Patient Information - PDF document opens in a new window
Enhanced recovery programme for colorectal patients - PDF document opens in a new window
Intravenous Iron therapy for adults - PDF document opens in a new window
Lumbar Fusion Consent Form and Patient Information - PDF document opens in a new window
Spinal Injections Consent Form and Patient Information - PDF document opens in a new window
Pressure ulcers
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Q
R
Radiology
Aftercare for CT Enterography - PDF document opens in a new window
Aftercare for CT Pneumocolon - PDF document opens in a new window
Angiogram and Angioplasty - PDF document opens in a new window
Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - PDF document opens in a new window
Cardiac stress Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - PDF document opens in a new window
CT Colonoscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
CT Guided Lumbar Nerve Root Block - PDF document opens in a new window
CT Cardiac Angiogram - PDF document opens in a new window
CT Coronary Angiogram - PDF document opens in a new window
CT Guided Lung Biopsy - PDF document opens in a new window
Facet Joint Sacroiliac Joint Injection - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a liver biopsy in the radiology department - PDF document opens in a new window
Nephrostomy - PDF document opens in a new window
Testicular Vein Embolisation - PDF document opens in a new window
Uterine Artery Embolisation - Fibroid Embolisation - PDF document opens in a new window
Respiratory
Confirmed Pulmonary Embolism - PDF document opens in a new window
Suspected Pulmonary Embolism - PDF document opens in a new window
Rheumatology
Rheumatology - patient initiated follow up - PDF document opens in a new window
S
Speech and Language Therapy
Dysarthria for relatives and carers - PDF document opens in a new window
Dysarthria - PDF document opens in a new window
Dysphasia (also known as Aphasia) - PDF document opens in a new window
Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties) - PDF document opens in a new window
Risk Acknowledged Feeding - PDF document opens in a new window
Swallowing difficulties after stroke - PDF document opens in a new window
Verbal apraxia - PDF document opens in a new window
Videofluoroscopy - PDF document opens in a new window
What is a Stroke and the role of the Speech Therapist? - PDF document opens in a new window
Xerostomia – A dry mouth - PDF document opens in a new window
Stroke
Swallowing difficulties after stroke - PDF document opens in a new window
What is a Stroke and the role of the Speech Therapist? - PDF document opens in a new window
T
Trauma and Orthopaedics (please see Orthopaedics)
U
Urology
Having a Urodynamics Test - PDF document opens in a new window
Having a transperineal prostate biopsy - PDF document opens in a new window
Intravesical Mitomycin Chemotherapy treatment - PDF document opens in a new window
Intravesical Bacillus Cal-mette-Guerin (BCG) Immunotherapy treatment - PDF document opens in a new window
Trial without catheter - PDF document opens in a new window
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Information Leaflet Public Health England - PDF document opens in a new window
Ureteric stent for endoscopic removal - PDF document opens in a new window
Ureteric stent on a string - PDF document opens in a new window
Ureteric stent for future replacement - PDF document opens in a new window
Urethral Catheter - PDF document opens in a new window
Urology Upper GI Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) - PDF document opens in a new window
V
Vascular lab
Cannula - PDF document opens in a new window
How to find the Vascular Lab - easy read - PDF document opens in a new window
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter - PICC Passport - PDF document opens in a new window
Ultrasound at the Vascular Lab - easy read - PDF document opens in a new window
Virtual Hospital
The Virtual Hospital - PDF document opens in a new window
W
Ward Information
X
X-ray (Radiology)
Y
Z
* Ward leaflets correct at time of print. Please contact ward directly to confirm visiting times and protected meal times.