A-Z of Patient Information Leaflets
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Balloon Compression of Trigeminal Ganglion
A procedure to selectively affect the trigeminal ganglion
Best Supportive Care
This booklet has been designed to provide information for you and your family. It includes answers to some commonly asked questions together with information about other resources that may be helpful.
Biopsy - Muscle
A muscle biopsy is a procedure in which a small sample of muscle is removed for testing in a laboratory.
Biopsy - Nerve
A nerve biopsy is the removal of a small piece of a nerve for testing in the laboratory.
Biopsy - Skin
A skin biopsy is a procedure in which a small piece of your skin is removed then studied under a microscope to identify abnormalities to achieve a diagnosis.
Biopsy - Temporal Artery
A temporal artery biopsy is a procedure in which a small piece of your temporal artery is removed then studied under a microscope to check for signs of inflammation and damage.
Blood Stream Infection
A blood stream infection, also known as a bacteraemia, blood poisoning or septicaemia, is an infection caused by bacteria entering the bloodstream
Botulinum Toxin for Chronic Migraines
The toxin is a protein and is produced by a bacterium called Clostridium Botulinum.
Botulinum Toxin for Peripheral Neuropathic Pain
Botulinum toxin Type A can relief peripheral neuropathic pain.
Brain and Spinal Tumours - Benefits and Financial Advice
Having a brain/spinal tumour can be costly in ways that you never expected. Costs may include frequent trips to hospital, parking charges, petrol and childcare, to name a few.
Brain Aneurysms and Screening
An aneurysm is formed when there is a weakness in the blood vessel (artery) causing a ballooning or ‘out-pouching’ that fills with blood.
Brain Tumour - Activity Advice for No Obvious Weakness after Surgery
What is the aim of this leaflet?
- To educate on the benefits and safety of exercise
- To empower to maintain a healthy level of exercise, long term.
- To encourage to stay at your normal level of day to day activity
Brain Tumour Clinical Nurse Specialist Team
This leaflet provides information about the role and contact details for the Brain Tumour Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS).
Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potential
This is a painless test that records the function of a nerve pathway between the ear and the brain.