The test needs to be done under sedation - a ‘cannula’ (plastic needle) will be inserted into your hand or arm to give you a sedative; this will make you feel comfortable and relaxed. Following…
What is a bronchoscopy?
A bronchoscopy procedure is where a doctor looks into the main tubes that carry air into the lungs. A thin flexible camera called a bronchoscope passes through the nose or…
Following your colonoscopy you will be taken to the recovery area and discharged from the department the same day. If you have sedation for this procedure you will stay in the department for around…
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…
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…
What is a Colonoscopy?
Colonoscopy - easy read leaflet
A Colonoscopy is a test which allows the Endoscopist to look directly at the lining of the large bowel (colon). A long flexible tube about…
Once you have swallowed the capsule and have all the instructions, you can leave the hospital.
You will need to check the blue light is flashing on the data recorder every 15 minutes.
You will…
You will be in the Endoscopy unit for about an hour.
The nurse will explain the procedure to you and ask you to sign a consent form. This is a good time to ask any other questions you may have.
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Prior to the day of your procedure you will have a preassessment (usually by telephone). The nurse will ask you a number of questions about your health to ensure you are able to prepare…
A capsule endoscopy is a test that looks at the inside of your small bowel and your large bowel using a video capsule. This is called video endoscopy (VCE).
A capsule is swallowed that…
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