A-Z of Patient Information Leaflets

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A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

  • Vagal Nerve Stimulator Service

    You may be considering having a vagal nerve stimulator (VNS) if you have tried several anti-epileptic drugs and are still having seizures.

  • Ventriculo-Peritoneal Shunt Post operative Information

    This is a device which diverts the fluid which surrounds the brain and spine (CSF). It consists of a series of tubes with a valve to control the rate of drainage and prevent back flow. It is inserted under general anaesthetic. The upper end is in the ventricle of the brain and the lower end drains into the abdomen (peritoneum). The fluid that is drained, is absorbed into the bloodstream. It is completely enclosed within the body. 

  • Vertebral compression fracture (VCF): Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty

    Following your recent investigations and consultation with the spinal team, your scans have revealed that you have one or more fractured vertebrae. This may of been caused by a number of things osteoporosis, traumatic injury to your back or less commonly cancer, as these can all weaken a bone’s structure.

     

  • Vestibular Schwannoma - Newly Diagnosed

    You have been diagnosed as having a Vestibular Schwannoma (VS) also commonly known as Acoustic Neuroma

  • Video Telemetry

    This is a continuous Electroencephalogram (EEG) and video monitoring which records until sufficient information is obtained and can last up to 7 days.